Freelance Designer - Cold Weather Accessories (Hybrid

We are looking for a Freelance Designer Cold Weather Accessories for a top fashion company in New York, New York!

Work within a specific classification and implement the category leader's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product. This role will focus on the soft accessories categories, i.e. Cold Weather, Socks, Pj's, and Hats.

• Work closely with category team to design category-specific product based on design direction given
• Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, aesthetic, functionality, fabric, details, color, etc.
• Learn and understand the ins-and-outs of the details related to a specific classification
• Perform daily follow-up using email and PLM
• Work with CAD team on prints and patterns if applicable
• Frequently prepare presentation boards for milestone meetings
• Observe presentation techniques and be prepared to make preliminary presentations
• Perform preliminary design research domestically
• Comment on samples, final product, etc. with supervisor approval
• Ability to manage samples in an organized and efficient way for easy access in a pinch
• 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 in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, approvals, etc.

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• At least 1-2 years of related accessories experience
• Previous experience working for AE or Aerie is a plus; PLM experience required
• Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills
• Must be detail oriented, very organized, computer literate, able to handle multiple tasks at once, and perform successfully in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Must be knowledgeable of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Excel, and PLM (or equivalent program)
• Must be proficient in creating technical flats in both Illustrator and hand sketching
• Comfortable working in an hybrid environment - working in office several days a week (based on the needs of the business or big milestone week) with occasional remote work from home