Christopher Fischer is a market leader, designer, originator and manufacturer of cashmere knitwear, creating and setting original trends, standards and details in knitwear that others aspire to and follow.
We are looking for exceptional and creative design talent to join our creative team, working on the various Christopher Fischer collections Womens, Mens, Baby, Accessories, Home as well as undertaking design projects on behalf of various leading designers and retailers in the US, Europe and Far East.
Responsibilities :
Working as part of a conceptual team starting with seasonal creative concepts, yarn developments and color forecasts.
Development of knit designs and concepts, swatches, and toiles for concept team to formulate collections.
Prepare design and technical specifications, design/tech drawings and swatches for design development production packages in consultation with design director and technical team.
Work with senior creative, production, sales and retail teams in merchandising collections and ongoing production status meetings.
Work with senior director and technical team in fittings of all designs to ensure fit and construction details of the designs.
Work with senior director and technical team to ensure fiber, fabrication and workmanship quality are maintained in all production.
Based in our New York design office, but also working in our China office and at trade shows and market visits.
Requirements :
Design school graduate, specializing in knitwear, and with at least 5 years knitwear design experience.
At least 3-4 years experience working on fully fashion knitwear and with a thorough technical knowledge of better fully fashioned knitwear.
Ability to take an idea from concept through development, incorporating all of the design, specification and fit processes.
Exceptional organizational, inter-personnel and communication skills, and the ability to work with and communicate with leading accounts.
A true team player working as part of a professional design team.
Creative, innovative and passionate about fashion, with a distinct fashion point of view, and someone who can conceptualize and realize truly original ideas.
Thorough understanding of the US and International designer and contemporary luxury markets and luxury customer lifestyle.
• Medical/Dental/Life Insurance package.
• 401K plan.
• Company clothing allowance.
• Company discount.
• Monthly NYC transit allowance.
eMAIL complete details about yourself including all of the following
• an up-to-date resume
• cover letter with details about who you are and why you think you are the ideal candidate for this position
• details of your salary history
• letters of reference
• a recent photo
… and send to ….. employment@christopherfischer.com