Senior Associate Designer (Active)

Overview Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE: REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE’s family of brands includes their luxury offering, FORWARD by Elyse Walker, and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE. The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches, developing brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive. Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties. To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve. Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel? Job Description Main purpose of the position: The Sr. Associate Active Designer will utilize his or her strong acumen for fashion to create and interpret concepts to generate a final product for an Active brand. He or she will collaborate with different departments to manage the development of his or her product from initial concept through production for the Active brand. This is a permanent full time role for a candidate who truly understands the activewear market consumer and can apply it to the passion of his or her work. This position will also utilize his or organizational skills to work independently to accomplish design departmental goals. Position responsibilities and daily tasks: Able to complete the execution of a brand or category with little direction of the Design Manager for the Active brand Assist in conceptualizing and creating compelling product for the Active brand for all monthly deliveries Create mood boards, technical flats and line guides Source and chose materials for product with minimal guidance Attend designated fittings Build CADs/Tech Packs/construction Detail Pages/maintain BOMs Partner with tech designers to align design vision and complete fitting independently Partner with Product Development ream to retrieve fabric/FBO costing and suggest alternate options in order to meet requirements Cultivate and train assistants which includes refining their design development process Complete ad hoc assignments as assigned by management What does a candidate need to demonstrate to perform this job successfully: Strong garment development process, fabrics, patterns and construction specifically for activewear Strong hand sketching ability Strong sense of color story, style and fit terminology specifically for activewear and shapewear Strong ability to clearly communicate silhouettes and detailed garment construction through tech pack creation and CADS Strong ability to design within cost parameters/wearability Ability to recolor artwork and prints Knowledgeable and consistently up-to-date with market/runway trends and good understanding of the REVOLVE customer and Alliance brands Ability to translate Sales Data and apply into design range and product scope within the brand’s identity High knowledge of design details and interior garment construction Self-motivated, positive and dependable attitude Exceptional communication and organizational skills Effective time management and ability to stay organized Flexible and adaptable to a very fast-paced environment Minimum candidate qualifications (years of experience, education level, technical skills, software, etc): Minimum 5-6+ years in Apparel Design 4+ Years of Experience designing into Activewear Must have leadership or management experience Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator a must Advanced visual and written communication skills Intermediate to advanced knowledge of fabrics across categories Preferred qualifications (years of experience, education level, technical skills, software, etc): Fashion Design degree or in a similar related field Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Gmail Advanced knowledge of garment construction and fit For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Revolve includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current base hourly/salary range is $80,000 - $85,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr REVOLVE