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Designer – Maeve Tops & Skirts
URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)Anthropologie apparel designer shaping seasonal Maeve tops and skirts collections. Leading trend research, product development, fittings, and junior designer development.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in fashion design with a strong understanding of apparel construction, fabric innovations, and trend forecasting. Proven ability to lead and develop design teams while managing multiple projects and collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Expert-Level Technical Knowledge Of Apparel ConstructionProficiency In Adobe IllustratorStrong Understanding Of Fashion TrendsExtensive Knowledge Of Fabric TreatmentsAbility To Motivate And Develop Design Teams
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Hard Skills
Apparel ConstructionTrend ForecastingFabric InnovationsTechnical SketchingColor DirectionDye TechniquesSilk ScreeningWashing TechniquesTech Pack CreationPDM Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAbility To Inspire OthersDelegation SkillsMotivational Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree In Fashion Design
Industry Keywords
Fashion DesignTrend DirectionFabric And TrimsManufacturing TechniquesVendor Meetings
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Contribute to overall trend and direction for each season across Maeve Anthropologie brand designs, labels, and categories
- Shop and observe street fashion several times a year
- Collaborate weekly with the Design Manager/Director and Buying team to review emerging trends for in-season development
- Collaborate with Designers and Design Manager/Director each season to develop conceptual direction for the total product assortment
- Identify fabrics and yarns within budget guidelines for product development
- Collaborate with Production partners to manage lead times, minimum order requirements, and costing constraints
- Design styles, develop or select trims, and identify colors for fabrics selected at Raw Materials meetings
- Present development samples and color palettes for merchant review at Proto and Finalization Meetings
- Create, update, and maintain tech packs in PDM with the Design Coordinator
- Communicate fit and construction details to the Technical Design department
- Complete technical sketches for domestic and overseas programs
- Travel to factories for program development and execution
- Manage weekly fittings
- Develop and train Designers and Assistant/Associate Designers
- Set and renew training goals each review period
- Motivate and encourage the design team to be creative and support business needs
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ability to recognize and accurately forecast fashion and cultural trends
- Creative vision to identify emerging trends and understand their impact on fashion
- Ability to research and report on industry trend direction, color direction, and fabric innovations approximately 9–12 months ahead of season
- Ability to articulate ideas clearly and inspire others
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for CADing design work and presentations
- Excellent communication skills
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects within deadlines
- Ability to delegate and direct daily activities of assistants and associate designers
- Comprehensive knowledge of apparel construction, including dyeing, silk screening, washing techniques, and other treatments
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing techniques and processes
- Ability to travel to factories and conduct productive vendor/agent meetings
- Ability to motivate, lead, develop, and coach people
- Ability to provide feedback and performance evaluations in accordance with company guidelines
- Ability to develop partnerships with Buyers, Directors, and Department Heads
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design preferred
- 5–7 years in design
- Strong understanding of fashion trends and the Anthropologie customer
- Expert-level technical knowledge of apparel construction
- Expert-level knowledge of fabric and trims, as well as strong relationships with resources
- Extensive knowledge of fabric treatments, wash, and dye techniques
- Extensive knowledge of manufacturing techniques and processes
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Generous employee discounts
- Retirement savings
- Anti-harassment training for managers and employees