CAD Print Designer, Wholesale Apparel

PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS

Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design

Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design

Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women’s apparel, and jewelry.

Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.

An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.

The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.

Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands in the world. Each respective group is Iconic by Nature and Exceptional by Design

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a CAD and Print Artist to join our team supporting our legacy brand, Gloria Vanderbilt.

The CAD and Print Artist is responsible for executing and developing seasonal print artwork and digital graphics under the direction of the Design team, ensuring alignment with the brand aesthetic, customer profile, and overall seasonal vision.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Produce seasonal print artwork that aligns with the brand aesthetic and is technically accurate and production-ready.
• Create/edit digital versions of prints as directed by Design; adjust pattern; adjust colors/ colorways; put in repeat.
• Execute digital layouts for prints embellishment, embroidery, sweater stitch patterns, and other design elements.
• Re-color original artwork to fit into seasonal color palettes
• Re-design and adjust original artwork to create well balanced designs
• Match seasonal color palettes within CAD system for a true representation of color for color cards and artwork
• Prepare and submit technical print repeats for production.
• Partner with the Design Director and Design team to execute seasonal print concepts, color stories, and graphic artwork that support the overall seasonal design vision.
• Collaborate daily with Designers and cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution, effective communication, and exceptional support throughout the product development process.
• Serve as a technical resource for CAD, print, and graphic execution while staying current on industry trends, production techniques, and CAD technologies.
• Organize and maintain the digital artwork library to ensure artwork is current, accessible, and production-ready across product categories.
• Research market trends, print direction, graphics, and emerging techniques to support seasonal design development and inspire new ideas.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associates or Bachelors in Textile/ Surface Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of related CAD and print experience within the apparel industry.
• Strong design and conceptual skills and eye for color.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional computer knowledge including Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge in print techniques, screen separations, and working knowledge in limitations in production process.
• Must be creative and motivated

Salary Range: $90K- $95K *Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.

An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.