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Design Director Calvin Klein Collaborations

Company name
PVH Corp

Location
New York City, NY, United States

Employment Type
Full-Time

Industry
Manager, Design

Posted on
May 04, 2021

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POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Design Director is responsible for leading and developing the Calvin Klein collaboration lines under the direction of the EVP Global Design. They will lead the Collaborations Design team and ensure adherence to multiple project deadlines taking place at the same time. They must maintain the Calvin Klein brand identity when working with collaborators and representing the brand. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB: 

  • Leads research and development for concept, color, fabrics, print and graphics, as well as hardware designs for product.
  • Oversees photoshoots and casting for internal presentations as well as working closely with the Fashion Office team on customer-facing presentations.
  • Collaborates with Calvin Klein Non-Apparel, Apparel, and Underwear Design leads on collaboration opportunities within those categories.
  • Partners with Apparel Design lead ensure the work between Mainline and Collaborations product is cohesive.
  • Designs concepts according to the merchandising plans set forth by the Merchandising leads.
  • Leads fittings and reviews prototypes.
  • Conveys all necessary Design and trend information to pertinent parties (Sourcing, Merchandising, and Technical Design). 
  • Clearly and effectively communicates all necessary information for technical packages.
  • Prepares design presentations for review meetings with senior leadership.
  • Ensures timely development of collaborations lines by adhering to time and action calendars.
  • Directs and manages the organization of relevant information to appropriate teams and cross-functional partners (mill cards, files of collections, etc.).
  • Manages, develops, and trains Collaborations Design team.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Experience:  

  • 10-12 years of Design experience; preferably within Fashion and Apparel.
  • Familiarity with design construction, fabrications, and treatments.
  • Prior experience working with an Atelier, a plus.
  • Prior experience with photoshoots, fashion shows, and Design presentations.
  • Previous experience working and collaborating with other brands as well as overseas partnership.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design

Skills:

Ability to represent the Calvin Klein brand and maintain brand identity when working with external partners and collaborators.

Must possess entrepreneurial spirit and positive and hardworking attitude.

Must be independent and resourceful.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to sketch by hand and strong skills with Illustrator program.

Aware of cultural trends, emerging brands, artists, industry awareness, etc.

Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.

Possesses high fashion aesthetics.

Flexible to travel when necessary.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

Internal: Design, Supply, Raw Materials, Planning, Merchandising, and Marketing, and Fashion Office teams

      

External: High profile collaborators, mills, factories, fabric, and trim vendors

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct:  Designer III, Designer I (3), and Design Studio Manage

         

Indirect: May oversee Interns and freelancers

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Sample, Freelance, and Travel budgets

         

DECISION MAKING: Holds a vital role in the development of the collaborations lines for each season, giving direction to the Designers and presenting the lines to Senior Management. Must be able to manage internal and external relationships with all collaborator prospects, while maintaining brand identity within the product lines.

RESOURCEFULNESS/CREATIVITY: Highly creative role, requiring strong awareness of current global trends in fashion as well as awareness of latest technology in fabric and trim research and development.

ENVIRONMENT: Fast paced, deadline driven and creative environment with a focus on teamwork across all Calvin Klein teams.

PVH Corp. or its subsidiary (\PVH\) is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications, consistent with applicable law and without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion, diversity and to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential. To achieve these goals, across the United States and its territories, PVH prohibits any PVH employee, agent or representative from requesting or otherwise considering any job applicant’s current or prior wages, salary or other compensation information in connection with the hiring process. Accordingly, applicants are asked not to disclose this salary history information to PVH

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PVH Corp
Website : http://www.pvh.com/

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