Our Story

J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. 

Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.

Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. 

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

The Role + Purpose

Assist Design Director and Associate Designer to create concepts, select color stories, and develop fabrics, prints, trim, and artworks for all categories (Women's, Girls' and Boys').Assist in research of seasonal trends, themes, colors, raw materials, styling, and trims.Sketch and CAD styles in Adobe Illustrator.Keep accurate and detailed memos for design meetings, fittingsSet up and manage line plans for all categories in Adobe Illustrator.Create artworks for stripes, intarsia, fairisle, embellishment etc in Adobe Illustrator.Create & update yarn quality & color development files for each season in Excel and PLMCreate sweater specific colors in PLM Set up design cards (sketch, reference images, construction details, BOM, initial measurements) in PLM (Flex PLM) under the guidance of Senior Designer & DesignerPrepare professional presentation boards with illustrations, CAD artwork, fabrication, and garment samples.Manage BOM (PLM) and lineplan (Miro) updates throughout development and production process.Act as liaison between design and production to help coordinate development and bulk production style Organize submits, samples, yarn cards etc Order and organize supplies

Qualifications

1-2 years Design experienceApparel Design degreeProficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel Proficiency in PLM system (Flex PLM experience is plus)Proficiency in MiroTechnical sketching and CADing ability (flat) in Adobe Illustrator with an eye for proportion and detailsDemonstrated creative sense and abilityTrend/fashion awarenessTechnical sketching ability (flat and illustration)Working knowledge of garment construction and trim. Sweater yarn and construction knowledge is a huge plusWorking knowledge of how to measure garments and set up initial specs Basic sewing skills to change buttons etcExcellent color sense.Basic knowledge of lab dips is a plusDemonstrated ability to do creative, focused visual presentationsDetail orientedTeam playerPositively accept feedbacksAbility to multi-taskAbility to work in the fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skillStrong written and communication skillsAbility to follow through with sense of urgencyAccountability & Agility & Flexibility

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We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.

Benefits + Perks

Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.

Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).

Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.

Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.

Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

Salary Range: $57,500.00 - $69,000.00

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.  The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

 

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.