Associate Designer - Open Edit - Hybrid (seattle, WA)

Associate Designer

We are a specialty retailer offering the very best of what's next in fashion for men, women and children since 1901. We don't just sell cutting-edge fashion and accessories, we create it. Our talented fashion design team — the Nordstrom Product Group — develops, designs, produces and sources 50-plus private Nordstrom labels. From traditional to trendy, this team is shaping the styles and looks our customer love.

The ideal associate designer is experienced and has an eye for trend and the ability to create original saleable concepts that encompass style, color and fabric as directed.

Role Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and accurately sketch design ideas based on direction from senior designer
• Prepare and present design sketches to cross-functional partners
• Collaborate with design team and cross-divisional partners
• Support Senior Designer to prep for key milestones
• Research trends and competitive brands and report on findings

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design
• Minimum 2+ years experience in design industry
• Strong design portfolio and/or CV resume
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to hand-sketch
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and Adobe CS
• Ability to work independently or as a team
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skill
• Strong understanding of industry and trends
• Enthusiasm for Nordstrom culture and growth opportunity in a corporate environment
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technology and systems

We've got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

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