Designer

About Intradeco Apparel

Founded in 1982, and with deep roots in the textile industry since 1921, Intradeco has grown into a global vertical manufacturing company, supplying quality casual clothing and thermal underwear to major retailers in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. At Intradeco, we provide a holistic approach to apparel manufacturing, encompassing all stages from ideation phase to final product distribution. Our vertical integration, combined with our lean manufacturing capability, allows us to respond quickly to market demands, handle direct-to-store and replenishment programs, and offer unique flexibility to our customers.

Main Job Responsibility

Research, create, develop, and design products based on market and customer expectations while supporting our vertical manufacturing and global sourcing capabilities. Partner with design and merchandising team and liaison with El Salvador Product Development teams.  

Specific Job Functions

• Research trends, conduct market comparisons and create color palettes by season- be able to spot trends and apply them to our market.
• Create trend presentations by category seasonally
• Sketch, create tech sheets and maintain CAD development for Ladies and Kids Sleep areas
• Communicate and partner with internal departments (sample room, product development teams, technical teams) on sample development
• Develop and prepare artwork production- Recolor and adjust artwork, create pitches for production, and render in 2D and 3D
• Support technical team with 3D renderings
• Track samples and strike-offs to ensure accurate and on-time sample development
• Collaborate and support cross-functional teams (Sales, Design, Merchandising, Technical and Product Development) to ensure style, quality and price meet development objectives
• Adhere to calendar deadlines
• Understand the process of fabric development through market research and attending textile shows.  Partner with product development teams
• Research new printing techniques based on market analysis and partner with the product development team.

Technical Skills

• Excellent Illustrator skills, and proficiency in Photoshop
• Working knowledge of pattern making and technical design 
• Working knowledge of screen printing, techniques, and sublimation
• Knowledge of textiles, 3D design, and  PLM systems a plus

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree
• Graphic Design a plus