Director, Design, Male Print + Pattern

The GapFolsom, California

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Executive

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

About the Role

In this role, you will drive the development of Male color, print and pattern identity for the brand. You will develop seasonal print and woven concepts using a CAD system to create repeats, colorways, and scale variations of both purchased and original artwork. You’ll need to partner closely with the design team and understand the brand aesthetic to achieve iconic and flawless concepts.

What You'll Do

Create seasonal print concepts and build out relevant print/yarn dye/ embroidery pattern stories from that concept that are on brand

Works closely with the concept team to deliver color palettes.

Lead, develop and guide CAD Textile Designers and Associate Designers to builda highly talentedand technically experienced team

Ensure prints and yarn dyes aremaintainedin CAD system byteamin multiple colorways andvarious sizes, maximizing efficiency and organization and meeting deadlines

Collaborate and lead others in key initiatives and their implementation, engaging business leaders tomaintainan understanding of business needs.

Responsible for planning, budget, and end results; set policies and strategic direction for team

Maintain an understanding of print and CAD technology trends in the market, provide relevant imagery to communicate print trends and set the strategy and vision for seasonal color/print boards and constantly aware of new and emerging pattern trends that meet the brand filter and used for chase/ fast.

Oversee the preparation of artwork packages thatcomply withproduction ready standards, providing well defined recommendations to meet business requirements

Who You Are

Expert knowledge of CAD systems/software/printers (NedGraphics; Illustrator; Photoshop), MS Office and Excel, print and textile designs, colormatchingand creation of colorways

Strong leadership, organizational, time management and communication skills

Awareness of product development from conceptualization to finished design for textiles

Evaluatesometimes complex situations using multiple sources of information (internal and external sources)

Able to filter, prioritize, analyze, andvalidatepotentially complex in-depth understanding of concepts and procedures within computer aided design, textiles, fabric, and color, and understanding of procedures and concepts in other areas, such as design,merchandisingand production.

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What is the work location for this position at The Gap?

This job at The Gap is located in Folsom, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at The Gap?

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What employment applies to this position at The Gap?

The Gap lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at The Gap?

The Gap is looking for a candidate with "Executive" experience level.

What benefits are offered by The Gap for this role?

The Gap offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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