Brooks Brothers - Freelance Designer

Designer is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Brooks Brothers

Location: New York, NY

Contract: Contractor, Full-time, Part-time and Contractor

Job Description

Founded in 1818, Brooks Brothers is America’s oldest clothier, evolving into a global lifestyle brand that offers complete apparel and accessories collections for men, women, and children. The brand values innovation, quality, timeless style, and exceptional value. We are seeking a Freelance Designer who respects our heritage while inspiring our future. The designer will execute within the Brooks Brothers Brand image and philosophy for our Women’s Mainline Collection.

Responsibilities

• Design seasonal collections of outerwear, dresses, casual bottoms, and woven shirts for the Women’s Mainline Collection and Outlet Divisions.
• Exhibit a strong sense of fashion and color, with the ability to design classic professional and preppy apparel with an updated twist.
• Collaborate with the Design Director and team to create impactful seasonal presentations by classification and special projects.
• Demonstrate expertise in fabric and trim development.
• Complete design and trim packages in PLM for development samples.
• Manage workflow and maintain deadlines to support the corporate time and action calendar.
• Maintain all follow-up on design development, including lab dips and strike-offs.
• Work closely with Merchandising to design per the needs of the product map.
• Participate in all fittings and follow up with production and technical design team.
• Shop the marketplace for new development and fashion inspiration.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as Brand Managers, Product Development, and Technical Design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of 5 years designing women’s separate categories.
• Proficient in PLM and Adobe Creative Suite/Illustrator.
• Organized and efficient team player with the ability to multitask.

Requirements

The hourly rate for this position is $40.00 to $45.00, based on several factors including the position offered and work experience. In addition to salary, SPARC Group and its affiliates offer a benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan, overtime pay, flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

BB OpCo LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship, and any other characteristic protected by law (“Protected Characteristics”).