Apparel Designer and Product Developer (Hybrid)

Location: Framingham, Massachusetts
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $36 - 42 per hour

Cella is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Apparel and Product Development Designer on behalf of our client, a leader in the retail space. This opportunity focuses on driving trend concepts, color palettes, and technically accurate artwork for adult apparel categories, with a specific focus on adult sweaters. This is a 1-year contract role operating on a hybrid schedule, requiring 2 days per week onsite in Framingham, MA
 
Responsibilities:

• Support the Product Development team from initial concept meetings through artwork execution and prototype development.
• Design and execute technically accurate artwork and concept boards utilizing freehand sketching, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Select seasonal color palettes based on current industry trends, color intelligence, and competitive brand analysis.
• Create full-size artwork layouts in Adobe Illustrator with detailed technical call-outs, fill technical flats, and perform precision sketching.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and liaise with overseas vendors throughout the product lifecycle.
• Manage multiple concurrent design projects, proactively identifying potential obstacles and implementing effective solutions. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in product development focused on relevant apparel categories (experience with sweaters and garment construction is preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to sketch and fill technical flats, as well as build full-size artwork layouts in Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong aesthetic sense and high taste level reflected in a portfolio submission.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills with a high attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey conceptual design ideas clearly within a team environment.
• Note: A link to an online portfolio or attached design samples is required with your resume application.
  
  

JOBID: 092026-146486
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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