Associate Designer

Founded in 2000 FAM Brands designs manufactures and sells mens and womens sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers big box stores and specialty boutiquesacross the country and throughout the portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika Wildfox Three Dots and Balance Collection while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis Jessica Simpson Eddie Bauer and Woolrich.

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

Thats the FAM Brands difference.

SOME OF WHAT YOULL DO

• Support the design process for assigned category from concept to final product.
• Maintain all style and design information in Centric PLM.
• Collaborate with the sales senior design and merchandising teams to conceptualize and develop new product ideas.
• Create design presentations and product specs for new product lines using the PLM system.
• Research and stay up-to-date on trends in the industry.
• Create detailed technical drawings and specifications for products using the PLM system.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure that products are manufactured to specification.
• Participate in fit sessions to ensure that products meet design and quality standards.

WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelors degree in a related field such as fashion design textiles or product design.
• 4 years of experience in design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with PLM systems is a must for this role.
• Experience in the mass market and licensed brands is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A portfolio of relevant design work is required.