DESIGNER - Women's Swimwear - Temp to Perm

We are looking for a Freelance Swim Designer for a top fashion company in New York, New York!

This job will be a hybrid located in the New York office.

• Seasonally initiate concept within the brand strategy
• Evaluate other classifications objectively and give criticism
• Work within the brand framework of the Designer/Buyer partnership and to be able to grow a classification
• Establish full working knowledge of raw materials inherent to a specific classification
• Oversee all aspects of presentation from boards to prototypes to articulation of ideas and market direction
• Make monthly presentations to design and merchandising staff
• Work closely with other members of the design team to ensure a cohesive product line is realized
• Research market trends domestically and internationally and evaluate trends as they relate to the brand image
• Establish full working knowledge of lab dip procedure and washes and finishes

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Art
• Must have 5-7 years of Swim experience
• Relevant industry experience
• Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills
• Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop