The Associate Designer for Activewear will report to Design Director and work on entire product life cycle including trend research, inspiration, sketches, mock-ups, details and fit.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist in trend, color, and print research for each season
  • Create technical sketches and tech packs for development
  • Create color CADs for presentations
  • Communicate with overseas factories
  • Source incoming swatches/trims from the factories for seasonal fabric development
  • Review incoming samples to present at customer meetings; making sure submits are matching to standard and licensing agreement
  • Maintain an organized design space (samples, files, visual CADs etc.) so that information is readily accessible to teammates
  • Assist in organizing samples in design showroom
  • Prepare color cards for internal and external use
  • Assist in preparing pitch decks and samples for client presentations as needed
Requirements:
  • Knowledgeable about fabric and garment construction
  • Working knowledge of activewear market landscape
  • Working knowledge of overseas product development process
Strong communication skills to collaborate and communicate internally with cross-functional teams: Design, Sales, Production, & Overseas. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills Self-sufficient and able to work independently or as part of a group Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop proficiency Degree in fashion/apparel focus OR comparable knowledge/experience (2+ years)
Additional Information: This is a full-time opportunity The position will be based in New York City - Midtown Manhattan
Hybrid: this position allows for one day a week of remote work (dependent on the needs of the week)

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Level

Senior

Location

New York, NY

Occupation

Fashion Designers

Industry

Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)

Posted

5 days ago

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