Assist in the daily responsibilities of the Polo Boy's Knits Design team from initial concepts, research, and development through line completion and stock production.

• Sketch in Illustrator/Photoshop - flat sketches, CADs, layouts, line sheets, graphics, logos, trims

• Create, organize, manage and distribute line sheets for design presentations and global adoptions.

• Obtain and coordinate information between interdepartmental colleagues to achieve all design calendar deadlines and milestones.

• Work in PLM system - inserting and updating images, input info on BOMs

• Organize information, presentation boards, palettes, research, samples

• Research market and competitors

• Attend fittings and work with Technical Design team

• Extensively research tear sheets, mood images, trends, prints, colors, and silhouettes each season

• Assist in creating inspiring design presentation boards each season

• Sketch detailed flats in Photoshop and/or Illustrator

• CAD/render sketches with patterns, prints, and color in Photoshop and/or Illustrator

• Create, assist, and complete all design handoffs/tech packs

• Update sketches and CADs as changes occur in the line and update design board

• Assist in reviewing/approving incoming production samples, strike-offs, dips, and design submits

• Maintain thorough knowledge of the line/responsible for tracking/updating changes

• Attend all fittings and partner with PD/Technical team on all sketch and BOM updates

• Collaborate with all design teams and cross-functional teams throughout the design process

• Support day to day of all design functions

• Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred
• Passion for active/performance/sustainable/innovative design
• Working knowledge of PLM systems
• Excellent computer skills - Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, AI and 3D design proficiency a plus
• Excellent organizational skills - must be able to communicate clearly and professionally
• Understanding of garment construction and cut and sew knit fabrications.

• Affinity and passion for RL Brand

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design preferred
• Technical skill requirements: Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
• Proficient in computer aided sketching and illustration
• Design, color, and aesthetic sensibility
• PLM experience a plus
• Works with sense of urgency and ability to complete tasks with speed, ease, and accuracy
• Excellent organization skills with ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication and follow-up skills: verbal and handwritten

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