FP Movement Temporary Design Coordinator

Free People is seeking a Design Coordinator who will support the Design Team with administrative duties and tasks as needed in support of the creation, development and execution of own brand product design and development.

• Maintain an active role in weekly Design Flow Meetings. Take notes and manage follow-up communication on all outstanding issues in collaboration with the Designer.

• Support the seasonal development calendar in partnership with Designers, Buyers, Technical Designers, and Production.

• Execute specific design development projects as assigned by the Designer, and manage the development and execution of trim and artwork packages.

• Set up spec sheets for all private label products and assist the Design Lead with market developments and follow-up communication as needed.

• Partner with Product Development (PD) to track the daily status of styles in development, ensuring product execution aligns with design specifications and timelines.

• Prepare development packages and participate in related follow-up communication.

• Review incoming garments with the Designer and PD partners to confirm they align with the original design intent and brand standards.

• Assist in sample preparation for monthly sales review meetings by collaborating with the Designer on innovative presentations that effectively communicate the line to Buyers and Brand leaders.

• Perform special tasks as needed.

Skills

• Design tools: Procreate; Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

• Experience in assembling artwork and embellishment packages preferred

• Excellent communication skills for conveying ideas and inspirations, and for interacting with Designers, Buyers, and other cross-functional partners

• Strong organizational and relationship-building skills, with the ability to intuitively respond to and reprioritize tasks as needs shift during the development process

• Self-starter with a bias for action

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• Entry level technical knowledge of apparel construction.
• Entry level knowledge design processes
• Ability to clearly communicate.

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.