Design Assistant, Polo Women's Knits

Ref #:

W162660

Department:

Design

City:

New York

State/Province:

New York

Location:

United States

Workspace Description

You are anticipated to physically work from your documented work location a minimum of 4 days a week. You will have a fixed seat assigned to you in your documented work location. Additional details provided in our Flex Working Policy.

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $50000 - $75550 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

Pay Range Max

75550

Pay Range Min

50000

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

The Assistant Designer, Women's Polo Knits will assist in the daily functions of the Women's Polo line from initial concepts, research, and development, through line completion and stock production. This role will support the Women's Polo Knits business for large format stores.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with research in the market as it pertains to product, trim and graphic/techniques
Create inspiration boards based on seasonal concepts and assist in the creation of design presentation to design leadership
Create CADs as directed
Upload sketches, detail sketches, trim and graphic layouts to PLM
Update CADs, flat sketches, detail sketches and layouts to match update in proto and bulk approval
Partner with Product Development team daily from initial development to final product- by ensuring all Tech Packs are handed off, proofread & accurate with the help of Director and Associate Designer
Attend fittings and work with Technical Design team to help maintain design aesthetic and fit
Connect daily with Merchandising partners on design, color, and cost of product

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred
Proficient in hand and digital sketching and illustration
Proficiency in ADOBE Creative Suite such as AI, PS, InDesign, XD
Proficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Knowledge in PLM
Affinity and passion for the brand / category.
Knowledge and use of 3D Design
Interest in Ai and its capabilities for RL and daily tasks
Affinity and passion for RL brand and Design
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
Must be self-motivated and a team player
Clear communicator and problem solver

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Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.

Ralph Lauren

Career Opportunity

Design Assistant, Polo Women's Knits

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