Designer, Women's

Helmut Lang was established in 1986 by Austrian designer Helmut Lang. With a series of iconic designs and cultural landmarks, the brand became a global force for irreverent thinking and minimalist, utilitarian design. Helmut lang focuses on traditional craftsmanship paired with precise, novel innovations in garment-making to deliver everyday products of quality and modern utility. Helmut Lang’s dynamic utility captures the spirit of New York today.

Designer of Womenswear will cover all phases of the design development process: from building of initial concept thru sample making and production. Facilitate communication with all necessary departments including print, trim, embroidery, merchandising, pattern making and production and build partnerships across brand.

• Research new product and work with Product Development team to create new qualities and prototypes. Review with design team.
• Interact with all areas (merchandising, product development, and manufacturing) to guarantee design integrity throughout all stages.
• Work with and guide Illustrator to develop style sketches.
• Develop color story with Design Director and determine color standards. Prepare standards for appropriate departments, and communicate to the team.
• Initiate new finishes for development. Hand off to Product Development and Manufacturing.
• Attend fittings and maintain product details from first prototype through production to assure continuity of design.
• Maintain updates on product changes throughout the season i.e. color changes, fabric changes, design changes that might influence price, quantity or delivery.
• Develop design and mood boards.
• Research market regularly for creative ideas, product awareness and pricing in order to produce a creative and competitive product that will help grow the Helmut Lang business.
• Offer new product opportunities to design and manufacturing in advance of season; initiate timely development.
• Stock line review with Technical Designers, manufacturing and Merchandising to understand product performance.

• 5-7 years of Women’s design experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design
• High level of creativity and understanding of high-end contemporary fashion market
• In-depth knowledge of pattern making, draping and garment construction, fabric construction, and trims
• Excellent sense of style and color
• Highly competent in Abode Illustrator
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Isis, Web PDM or similar, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to independently multi-task and prioritize different types of work
• Strong communications skills

Salary range: $90,000.*

* The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.

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