Designer- Girl Dresses [Freelancer]
Founded in 1998 United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) is a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of socks, legwear, sportswear, bodywear, and accessories. As one of the leading resources in the industry, ULAC offers a full range of apparel, from newborn/toddler sizes through teens and adults, thanks to our partnership with Puma and licensing agreements with renowned brands such as Hurley, Skechers, Champion, Van Heusen, Weatherproof, just to name a few.
OUR TEAM
United Legwear & Apparel Co. has assembled a team of experienced professionals with like priorities all working together to make the company the very best in the business. Whether in sales, finance, planning, licensing, or shipping, the goal is always customer satisfaction and superior product.
INNOVATION, DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
Our design and merchandising teams have expertise in identifying emerging trends, fashions, and consumer desires. We also understand the essence of a brand and translate each brand’s DNA while creating apparel and accessories with the most advanced fabrics and yarns and designing items for sport/performance needs and lifestyle. It is the company goal to deliver the best quality goods and the most innovative products within a category.
ABOUT US
The company as a whole works at a very fast pace. We thrive in an environment filled with tight deadlines, collaboration and camaraderie. The entire company is very tight knit. While we value sharp minds and professionalism, we like to surround ourselves with people who have a quirky sense of humor, and who understand what it means to be confident yet humble. We know how to get things done and have fun at the same time, and are looking for someone who can do the same.
https://www.unitedlegwear.com/
Job Summary:Designer [Girls- SAS] responsible for working with creation and delivery of the Scotch & Scotch products that support strategic initiatives. This position will use exceptional design skills, knowledge of the current market and identifying trends to create innovative and commercially viable products from conception to production.
Essential Functions (Including but not limited to):
- Develop innovative and trend-forward designs for girls’ dresses, ensuring a balance between creativity and commercial appeal.
- Conduct thorough market research to stay ahead of emerging trends, colors, fabrics, and silhouettes.
- Create technical sketches and design presentations for internal reviews and production teams.
- Select appropriate fabrics, trims, and embellishments that enhance the design and meet quality standards.
- Collaborate closely with patternmakers, sample makers, and production teams to ensure accurate execution of designs.
- Provide constructive feedback during fittings to refine fit, proportion, and overall garment quality.
- Work closely with merchandising and buying teams to ensure designs meet market demands and seasonal objectives.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and maintaining design integrity.
- Perform any other duties as assigned in support of the company needs and operations
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or related area and 5-7 years of experience in Design, including but not limited to experience with kids wear, boys and girls
- Knowledge of fashion trends and general trends in color, fabric and style.
- Creativity and artistic abilities, an eye for color, texture and pattern with keen attention to detail and ability to visualize in three dimensions.
- Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite.
- Excellent written and verbal skills as required for effective interpersonal communication.
- Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and workload seamlessly and follow-up.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team under critical time frames.
- Self driven and experience working in a fast-paced environment and ability to apply good work habits to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the company/department
The physical demands and working conditions of this position are representative of what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The functions of this position are typically performed in an office setting and the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee may be occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and distance vision.
General Acknowledgement & Employment At-Will:
Employment in this position requires adherence to all policies and procedures set forth by United Legwear & Apparel Company. This position description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, is not a contract and is subject to change at any time, with or without notice, by the employer. Furthermore, all employees are employed at-will with United Legwear & Apparel Company and are employed for no definite period of time and employment may be terminated without cause or notice.
Hourly Range: $40.00- $60.00 per hour
Workplace Type: On-site
This role is a contract/freelance position*United Legwear & Apparel Company is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we do not currently sponsor visas. Also, please note that United Legwear & Apparel Company has partnered with USCIS and participates in their E-Verify program.