Free People Designer

Free People is seeking a Designer - Woven Tops to develop original designs and mock-ups for woven tops, researching current fashion trends and translating them into the Free People customer. The role involves creating detailed sketches and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator/Procreate for monthly design packages, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring each collection to life.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience preferred
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience in women’s apparel design preferred
• Strong understanding of Free People's brand DNA and passion for exploring newness and pushing boundaries in apparel design
• Demonstrated ability to forecast and interpret emerging fashion, cultural, and consumer trends
• Fashion Design Portfolio that demonstrates the ability to create original, brand-right concepts through sketching, research, and visual storytelling
• Strong understanding of soft woven apparel construction and design principles
• Based in Philadelphia, PA, with the ability to work on-site at the Navy Yard 3–5 days per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, PTO
• Generous employee discounts
• Retirement savings