Associate Concept Designer, Kids - (Hybrid, Seattle, WA)

Nordstrom•Seattle, WA

3d•$69,000 - $110,500•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a specialty retailer offering the very best of what’s next in fashion for men, women and children since 1901. WHAT’S IN A NAME? EVERYTHING. 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. Understands how product design, market analysis and data analytics evolve retail strategies. Directs and communicates Trends, Influences, Colors, Print/Pattern, Fabric and Silhouette for specific areas Produces and communicate trend stories on a seasonal basis. Collaborates with Design in implementation and execution of Trend ideas.

Requirements

Passion for fashion + brand development
Ability to identify trends and determine how they translate to the brand/consumer
Innate curiosity behind why trends are gaining relevance, looking laterally across social, runway and retail to inform consumer behavior
Manage complexity of multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
Strategic thinker with the ability to identify patterns
Team-oriented and agile
Strong communication and presentation skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Strong design and/or conceptual experience
Passion for color theory and the role it plays in purchase behaviors
Extensive knowledge of silhouettes, textiles, art/print techniques, fabric
Proficient in Illustrator and capable in Microsoft, Photoshop, InDesign, Miro, etc.
Positive and passionate with strong problem-solving skills
Desire to work in a collaborative environment and build strong relationships with business partners & teammates
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
College degree in Fashion Design, Textiles or a related field.
3+ years similar experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for the concept creation and process development for multiple brands, under the guidance of Sr. Manager and Design Leadership
Has a clear understanding of brand aesthetics, seasonal product priorities, and current business needs to quickly adapt and tailor work that supports business objectives
Builds brand‑specific seasonal color palettes that align with brand DNA and directional research in collaboration with Design Leadership
Manages complexity by owning timelines and due dates for multiple concurrent deliverables across overlapping seasons, ensuring work is delivered accurately and on time
Owns communication with cross function teams for their areas of ownership, making sure communication is organized and timely
Influences product development and assortment phases by providing concept and trend insights that support relevant, engaging customer offerings
Researches, creates, and delivers inspiring, solution‑oriented content specific to assigned categories
Contributes to trend communication by researching market trends and validating forecasted trends in collaboration with leadership
Drives the research behind bi-annual color maps, building physical and digital support tools
Conducts competitive shopping to understand the market landscape and clearly communicates findings to the team and cross‑functional partners