Associate Designer

SUMMARY:

As the Associate Designer, Men's Golf you will be responsible for the complete creative process, from initial concept to final product execution. Reporting to the Design Director, you will be a key player in shaping the brand's identity, developing original designs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring collections to life. You will help drive the design of our Original Penguin menswear collections, overseeing everything from trend research and color palette selection to providing fit comments and approving final samples. This position requires a highly creative and skilled designer who can produce innovative and cohesive collections that align with our brand identity and business objectives. You'll be a key player in a collaborative team, ensuring all products are delivered on time and meet our high standards of quality and style.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Product Strategy: Partner with senior leadership to provide a clear creative direction for the fabric and print development teams. Ensure all products align with our business goals, meet SKU requirements, and tell a strong merchandising story.
• Collaboration & Presentation: Present new trends and collections to both internal and external stakeholders, effectively communicating your creative vision. You will work closely with the merchandising team to define seasonal timelines and ensure creative and business goals are in sync.
• Product Execution: Oversee the approval of sales samples and provide fit comments to ensure each garment is production-ready. You will be responsible for staying on track with the time and action calendar to meet all deadlines.
• Mentorship: Help guide and mentor junior designers and interns, fostering a collaborative and creative team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: A minimum of 3+ years of experience in design
• Menswear: Menswear experience is a must.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is a requirement. Experience with 3D design tools, AI tools such as Midjourney, and Nedgraphics is a major plus.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience with activewear or performance wear is highly preferred, especially in the context of golf apparel. A background with heritage brands is also a strong plus.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and meeting tight deadlines.
• Creativity: A highly creative individual with a passion for design and a strong portfolio showcasing a cohesive body of work.
• Communication: Strong presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate a creative vision to diverse audiences.