Associate Print Designer, Womenswear
Gap Inc.

Job Info

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About Gap Inc.

Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.    

This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to  learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.

About the Role

Responsible for managing & leading the design process from concept to completion while partnering with manager & Director on print collections to ensure alignment on priorities and artwork direction. Increase sales profit by introducing best design process. Consistently shop and research marketplace, including competitors for inspirations and opportunities in product, fabric, wash, color. Research, identify, and present print trend direction and present to leadership team at milestone meetings. Actively participate in the conceptual development of seasonal print direction & family print story, as well as gather relevant inspiration outside of apparel that speaks to over-arching aesthetic trends. Ensure the print is consistent with market trends and business strategy. Ensure print is being designed within cost parameters. Create and present design boards for each season showcasing print direction. Work closely with design partner to ensure print point of view is in line with overarching seasonal direction. Responsible for design and creation of artwork - painting, digital etc., as well as cleaning of purchased artworks. Seasonal travel for research and/or product development required. Produce commercial yet fashion forward designs. Utilize a expert sense of color theory and texture. Utilize exceptional abilities as a highly skilled artist and illustrator. Constantly interact with the design and production team to ensure Prints are achievable at the highest quality within the cost needed. Must work from office 3 days per week. Work from Home is permissible for 2 days per week.

Salary Range: $128,898 - $133,898
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

What You'll Do

1. NED Graphics Programs - Easy Knit, Easy Weave, Color reduction PRO & Cleaning PRO, Design & repeat PRO, Easy coloring pro, Adobe photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign;

2. Knowledge of CAD systems/software/printers & spectra flow plotters;

3. Illustration, painting, drawing and digital art skills to be applied to fabric, knowledge of crafting repeats;

4. Creating artwork with multiple layers of halftones, with an understanding on how these prints translate from digital to physical, sublimation and rotary printing processes, andCMYK printing;

5. Technical knowledge of sweater construction: Yarn weights, stitches, and fibers and how they translate to print and pattern designs made with NED Easy Knit or illustrator; and

6. Excellent design and color sense, color matching and creation of colorways.

Who You Are

Bachelor's degree or foreign degree equivalent in Fashion design, Textile design, Graphic design, Illustration design, or related field and two (2) years of experience in Fashion or Textile design or in the job offered or related role.

Benefits at Gap Inc.

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
• Employee stock purchase plan.*
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
• See more of the benefits we offer.

*For eligible employees

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.

US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc's quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.'s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.

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