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G-III Apparel Group

Assistant/Associate Designer, Swim Job at G-III Apparel Group in New York

G-III Apparel Group, New York, NY, US

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Assistant/Associate Designer, Swim Department: DKNY Swimwear Location (On-Site): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District Reports To: VP of Design We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant/Associate Designer to join our DKNY Swim design team. This role plays a critical part in supporting the creation and development of a competitive apparel product line that balances relevant commercial appeal with brand-right emotional fashion. Complete all aspects of design packages including sketching, tech packs, and maintaining line sheets. Submit and approve artwork/strike-offs, yarns, lab dips, and related materials. Organize and maintain design development including artwork, trims, fabric worksheets, finalized tech packs, and line lists. Communicate and collaborate with overseas factories to ensure timely and accurate development. Manage and adhere to the Time and Action Calendar to meet seasonal deadlines. Support seasonal development by preparing presentation materials and assisting in design reviews. Assist in sourcing and organizing seasonal inspiration, fabric, and trim libraries. Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience. ~2–5 years of experience in apparel design (Swim, Lingerie, or Performance categories preferred, but not required). ~ Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (must be able to sketch), Photoshop CS, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and PDM/PLM systems. ~ A creative thinker who contributes fresh design ideas. Someone with the right attitude and fit for a collaborative, high-energy design team. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law. G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry. G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.