Associate Designer- Cat & Jack Kids​/Toddler Apparel

Pay range is $58,100.00 - $.

Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at

Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company and one of America’s leading retailers. At the heart of one of the world’s best loved and most recognizable brands is an impeccable Product Development & Design organization. We thrive on the magic of discovering that just-right thing, and we infuse everything we do with our passion for affordable chic. We concept, develop, make and deliver the stylish new favorites that Target guests expect and deserve.

We are uber-savvy trend and style experts who stay ahead of the curve, proactively identifying our market’s needs and exceeding them, every time. Join one of our dynamic and inventive teams to influence the style, quality and value that decisively position Target above the competition. Your input will have a direct and positive effect, whether on home, hardlines or apparel & accessories categories.

Here, you’ll be close to the action of dreaming up and bringing to life the Target-owned brands that surprise and gratify guests, wherever and whenever they love to shop.

• This role supports product design & development of Cat & Jack Toddler boy apparel, under the direction of the Designer and Design Director. This role covers the 3-5 year old age range, and includes a variety of apparel categories such as cut and sew knits, sweaters, wovens, bottoms (non-denim), and sets.

• This role supports the product design and development of Boys apparel for our Cat & Jack Kids size range. In this role you will work closely with and under the direction of our Sr. Designer and Design Director.

• This role supports the product design and development of Girls apparel for our Cat & Jack Kids size range. In this role you will work closely with and under the direction of our Sr. Designer and Design Director.

• Four-year degree in Fashion Design or similar area of study
• 0-4 years of experience
• Computer design system skills including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, New Arc, etc.
• Experience in CAD illustration or 2D/3D software
• Keen eye for detail & nuance within trend & fashion, with a passion for elevated, aspirational design POV
• Understanding of textiles, garment construction/ fit, raw materials, & product production
• Effective Communicator: will need to give direction to cross functional teams (sourcing, tech development, buyers) and external vendors.
• Ability to research & apply relevant market/ trend information
• Curious & positive self-starter
• Ability to build strong partnerships and collaborate well across various levels in order to successfully work in a team environment

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day.

Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target.  if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.

Team Members in the Target General Merch Inc operating company are prohibited from working more than thirty (30) days per calendar year in any of the following states: AL, AR, DE, FL, IN, IA, LA, MD, MS, MO, NC, OK, PA, SC, TN and VA. If hired, you will be prohibited from working remotely from any of the states listed above for more than thirty (30) days per calendar year.

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