Associate Designer - Aerie Concept

POSITION TITLE:         Associate Designer - Concept
REPORTS TO:              Designer, Senior Designer, Associate Design Director, Director, Senior Director, or Vice President

POSITION SUMMARY:
Conduct market research and coordinate with the Design Team to seasonally analyze and strategize key trends and concepts to further evolve the aerie brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with supervisor to compile seasonal conceptual design books for design, merchandising and marketing teams; covering print, color, outfitting, key items and innovations to move product on
• Research and help to create on trend seasonal color palettes, manage the color process from start to finish
• Research and identify key social media influencers in order to recognize consumer trends and support the brand vision
• Conduct photo research at target customer venues (malls, campuses, concert events) and present all findings to design and merchant teams
• Travel and shop the market identifying new trends for Aerie
• Research and compile runway, trade show, and trend reports
• Research and create inspirational marketing ideas that will support concept presentation
• Support and participate in seasonal conceptual design books for design, merchandising and marketing teams
• Attend milestone meetings, line reviews, pre-season floorsets and financial overviews, providing perspective and insight to creative leadership on product assortments
• Work closely with designers on translating concept
• Develop strong cross-functional partnerships throughout the organization
• Perform other duties as required
• Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business
• In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• 2-3 years related experience
• Ability to act as liaison between many departments; excellent communication and analytic skills
• Must be detail oriented, computer literate and to handle multiple tasks at once
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
   

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.