Job Description
An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.
We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Textile Assistant who will work specifically with prints. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :
- Once Director finalized print selections, gather artwork files from CAD team by monthly delivery and create folders for each month
- Create illustrator boards for all prints by monthly deliveries for both accounts including MarMaxx and Ross
- Assist in naming all prints and labeling artwork file numbers and colorway name
- Assigns SAP codes for all Special Markets brands which include Jones NY, Ann Klein, and Kenneth Cole
- Assist Director in finding artwork from archives as needed
- Keep updated binder of final seasonal color palettes for all Special Market brands
- Create Encad charts for Jones with all prints to be sampled on various fabrications
- Communicate clearly with Factories and follow up on Encad yardage deliveries on daily basis
- Print all design body boards daily for Special Markets to review all prints for submission with Director
- Cut 1 / 4 yd fabric cutting ref of all sample yardage received in house for our records / file with FDS
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.
You are a dynamic multi-tasker with great time management skills.You have a strong aesthetic and brand understanding , along with a background in woven and knit construction and development .You possess a degree in Textile Design and have 1-2 years of experience in fabric sourcing and development (including relevant internships).You have strong Adobe Illustrator skills and a working knowledge of MS Office .Knowledge of PLM and Photoshop is preferred.We are an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicant swill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary Range : $50K-$60K
Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and / or assigned unit.