Apparel CAD Designer – Womens
| Company | Meijer |
|---|---|
| Location | Grand Rapids, MI, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Fashion Design or equivalent experience.
- Expertise in design software including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Strong management, communicative, organizational and problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of the apparel retail industry.
- Understanding of specific merchandising lines and core customer behavior.
- Office computer skills; ability to learn company systems and tools, preference for Microsoft application experience.
Responsibilities
- Create unique print, pattern, and graphic artwork across multiple Own Brand apparel and accessories product lines.
- Conduct comprehensive research to continuously identify and analyze market trends, translating these insights into compelling design concepts.
- Work with Design & Product Development to understand seasonal artwork work needs.
- Aid in the creation of Style CADs for assortment presentation purposes.
- Review all pattern strike-offs and handlooms for approval.
- Format all artwork development for transmission into production ready Tech Packs, inclusive of color callouts, repeat and sizing.
- Update and maintain in house print/pattern library.
- Establish and monitor the CAD process and calendar to ensure project deadlines.
- Oversee the entire textile and print design process, from initial concept through final product, ensuring all revisions and approvals align with our high standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- 7-10 years experience in CAD design with emphasis in Textiles & Apparel preferred.