Designer Denim- Corporate Headquarters, NJ at The Children's Place

Position Summary:

The Designer will oversee the design process from conception to final prototype for denim across all TCP/GYM divs and ages and is fully responsible for entire product design including market research, designing, sketching, wash development, specing, and fit. The Designer will build effective collaborative relationships and maintain the unique look, integrity, and vision of the TCP brand.

Key Accountabilities:

• Research competitive markets to identify new trends, fabrics, and techniques
• Ensure that the product is consistent with market trends while maintaining the brand identity and business strategy
• Concept and execute silhouette, wash, fit, and styling directions
• Sketch and color-assigned categories in Illustrator
• Ensure that production/sampling packages are accurate and complete
• Partner with the Merchandising Team to set a seasonal framework and ensure creative ideas and business goals are aligned
• Set seasonal fabric, wash, and trim direction, working with Product Development, Production, and R&D Teams regarding QA results and development issues.
• Set direction of fit and final approval of fit by collaborating with Technical Design
• Maintain daily communication with Merchandising, Product Development, Production, and Technical Design Teams regarding development issues
• Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attend all meetings as required
• Provide a positive, challenging work environment
• Able to travel Globally to oversee sample making /wash process as needed

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field
• 3+ years of experience in denim design and wash development- Boys and Kids experience a plus
• Knowledge of denim fabrications, construction, denim processing, and wash

Skills and Behaviors:

• Ability to design around concepts
• Thorough knowledge of fabrications, silhouettes, colorways, construction techniques, and trim
• Highly organized with effective communication skills
• Must be able to work towards and manage deadlines while shifting priorities
• Proficient in Adobe Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design,