Assistant Designer Womens
The Gap
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About the Role
Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that's run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand - our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it. We've built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what's next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we're headed, we'd love to have you join us. In this role, you will work in an energizing, inclusive, and creative environment focused on concepting and creating sustainable product that exceeds customers' expectations. Your goal is to partner with cross functional team members who collectively are responsible for ensuring that the product style, fit, and quality are more than worth the price for our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Research global markets in order to identify new seasonal trends, silhouettes, fabrics, techniques, product categories and competitive inspiration.
- Assist in developing concepts and sketches for product line and advocate for design ideas by presenting to internal leadership and cross functional partners.
- Develop strong internal cross functional relationships with Merchandising, Production, Technical design, Gap Inc Sourcing (GIS), Visual Merchandising and Marketing to ensure product concept to store and site execution is a seamless experience.
- Partner with Production and Tech Design to create tech packs and communicate vision behind fit and product design, ensuring execution, quality, and desired margin targets are achieved.
- Ask effective questions and solicit feedback to understand needs.
- Complete structured assignments, like attending fit sessions with manager, and make revisions to sketch and design packages based on stated priorities.
- Manage communication follow-up of product design process such as presentation boards creation to ensure team stays organized and hits required deadlines.
Requirements
- 1-2 years apparel design experience.
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- CLO/3D experience preferred.
- Centric/PLM knowledge preferred.
Nice to Have
- CLO/3D experience.
- Centric/PLM knowledge.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years apparel design experience.
Benefits & Perks
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
- Employees can take up to five 'on the clock' hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Working at The Gap
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and making employment decisions without regard to protected status. We have received numerous awards for our commitment to equality and foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
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About The Gap
Website
gap.com
Company Size
10000+ employees
Location
New York, NY
Industry
Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers
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