Designer, Kids Apparel

Status: 100% on-site

Compensation: $85,000

Position Summary

Kith is seeking a Kids Designer to join the team. This person will report to the Design Director for Kids Apparel Division.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborates with the Design Director each season to research, develop and design collections
• Helps to manage the design process from initial sketch to production
• Create tech packs, manage BOMs in PLM system.
• Accurately sizes graphic and textiles according to designs
• Communicates with overseas and internal partners on updates as changes occur in the assortment
• Partner with Tech Design for anything fit related in seasonal development
• Actively participates and takes detailed notes in meetings
• Help execute tasks/projects with critical attention to detail and a sense of urgency to meet all department deadlines.
• Partner with Tech Design for anything fit related in seasonal development

Experience

Skills You Possess:

• 4-6 years of experience working in the apparel industry,
• Must be comfortable in working on all product categories: wovens & knits w/ some sweater experience
• Highly Proficient in Adobe w/ strong focus on Illustrator sketching and Photoshop edits where needed
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim, and print techniques

Skills

• Must be flexible to meet demands of deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects
• High taste level that elevates kids market
• Good organizational time management and communication
• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary

Who You Are

Professional Characteristics:

• Self-starter
• Team player
• Resourceful

Personal Characteristics

• Positive w/ a Focus on Team Oriented Success
• Passionate
• Curious

Who We Are

Established in 2011, Kith is a leading lifestyle brand and progressive retail concept that’s celebrated globally for its ability to tell stories, evoke nostalgia, and connect product to the passion it’s woven with. Now in its eleventh year of business, Kith has in-house apparel lines for men, women and children, an ice cream parlor in every flagship, a full-service restaurant, and a retail footprint in three continents.

Born and raised in Queens, New York, Kith Founder Ronnie Fieg rose the ranks from 13-year-old stock boy at footwear franchise David Z. to the company’s chief buyer, earning him a profound understanding of the retail landscape and a network of powerful brand relationships. As the brand’s CEO and Creative Director, Fieg is known for his ability to create premium products and deliver unparalleled experiences, with a personal philosophy of giving the consumer more than what they pay for. Using Kith as a vehicle, Fieg has applied his signature lens to an impressive list of collaborators, including Coca-Cola, Nike, Versace, BMW, and many others.

Kith is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.