Associate Designer

Our client, a contemporary women's RTW brand, is seeking an Associate Designer to join their tight-knit team in NYC!

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Responsibilities:‍

• Assist the design team by creating sketches, CADs, and preparing detailed tech packs, including BOMs.
• Produce both hand-drawn and Illustrator-based sketches, incorporating complex prints into garment templates.
• Prepare detailed prototype documents, outlining specifications, construction details, and garment features for seasonal collections.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships while sourcing materials, trims, and accessories.
• Keep organized records of fabric swatches, lab dips, trims, and approval logs for every season.
• Contribute to the development of design presentations, including boards, color palettes, and seasonal overviews.
• Develop and update linesheets for print groups and garment styles for internal and external reference.
• Act as a bridge between design, technical teams, production, and marketing to streamline workflows and ensure alignment.
• Manage sample logistics, including tracking, organization, and preparation for photoshoots in collaboration with the Marketing team.
  
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Qualifications‍

• 2-4+ years of hands-on experience in design, specifically focused on wovens and knitwear.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel.
• Thorough understanding of garment construction and foundational techniques.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly driven and detail-oriented, with a passion for delivering high-quality, creative designs.
  
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$60k-$75k commensurate of experience

Full time on site.

Please submit your resume for consideration!