Assistant Designer - Women's Fleece

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Assistant Designer - Women’s Fleece

Associate Design Director

This role will support their respective category and team on all aspects of the product lifecycle from concept to final development.

• Provide administrative support from concept to design to final development of their respective category
• Master knowledge of all styles, raw materials and trims related to their respective category
• Assist with the management of cross‑functional communication between merchants, production, technical design and external vendors
• Help to organize and keep track of samples
• Assist in sketching designs in Illustrator (flats)
• Prepare PLM packages and update them as needed
• Assist with the preparation of presentation boards for seasonal/ milestone meetings
• Conduct design research as directed by department head
• Attend fit sessions as needed
• Review lab dips, samples and submit with Supervisor and enter/send comments to vendors
• Prepare line sheets and update as necessary
• Perform other duties as required
• Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in‑person/in‑office based on the needs of the business.
• In person/in‑office collaboration is required; the frequency of such collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multi‑task and prioritize based on business objectives
• Organized and detail oriented
• Working knowledge of Illustrator and Excel
• Web PLM experience a plus

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full‑time / exempt or non‑exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please .
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.