Golden Touch
Design Assistant – Missy Womenswear
The Design Assistant will report to the Design Director and support the Missy Womenswear design team across multiple categories. This role provides hands‑on support throughout the full design and development process, from concept through production, and partners closely with internal teams and factories to ensure accurate execution of design details.
Responsibilities
Support Designers through the full product development cycle, from initial concept through production. Assist across multiple categories including sweaters, activewear, cut‑and‑sew, and wovens. Communicate and follow up with factories and cross‑functional team members on design details. Support Designers with inspiration, trend research, and market research. Source trims and fabrics from local vendors, including pick‑ups and drop‑offs at local sample rooms. Manage all samples by ordering, tracking, organizing, steaming, tagging, distributing, shipping, returning, and photographing. Create and maintain seasonal and capsule line sheets. Coordinate with CAD/Print teams and request CADs as needed. Create CAD boards for all ATS styles for the sales team. Assign style numbers and manage requests in PLM. Submit fabric requests and follow up with fabric teams regarding sample yardage and availability. Build and maintain PowerPoint decks for research, development, and presentations. Assist with meeting preparation and presentation setup. Send styles to the costing team via PLM and create costing line sheets. Monitor buyer websites for updated product imagery and maintain internal reference files. Maintain the sample closet, showroom samples, and overall organization of design assets. Support showroom responsibilities as needed. Requirements
1+ years of experience at the Assistant level in the apparel industry in either showroom or sample management capacity. Bachelor’s degree in apparel design preferred. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment. Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook, TEAMS). Knowledge of the full life cycle of a garment. Knowledge of PLM is a plus. Fabric knowledge in both knits and wovens is preferred. Solid communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive team player. Application Requirements
Please submit your portfolio and/or website to highlight your work. Hybrid Work Schedule
4 days a week in the office; Fridays work from home. Salary
New York Pay Rate $21.63 – $25.48/hr. (Actual salaries will vary based on experience, skills, and internal alignment). Company Overview
Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend‑focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy, and women’s apparel. Diversity Vision Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, Information Technology; Retail Apparel and Fashion
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Support Designers through the full product development cycle, from initial concept through production. Assist across multiple categories including sweaters, activewear, cut‑and‑sew, and wovens. Communicate and follow up with factories and cross‑functional team members on design details. Support Designers with inspiration, trend research, and market research. Source trims and fabrics from local vendors, including pick‑ups and drop‑offs at local sample rooms. Manage all samples by ordering, tracking, organizing, steaming, tagging, distributing, shipping, returning, and photographing. Create and maintain seasonal and capsule line sheets. Coordinate with CAD/Print teams and request CADs as needed. Create CAD boards for all ATS styles for the sales team. Assign style numbers and manage requests in PLM. Submit fabric requests and follow up with fabric teams regarding sample yardage and availability. Build and maintain PowerPoint decks for research, development, and presentations. Assist with meeting preparation and presentation setup. Send styles to the costing team via PLM and create costing line sheets. Monitor buyer websites for updated product imagery and maintain internal reference files. Maintain the sample closet, showroom samples, and overall organization of design assets. Support showroom responsibilities as needed. Requirements
1+ years of experience at the Assistant level in the apparel industry in either showroom or sample management capacity. Bachelor’s degree in apparel design preferred. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment. Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook, TEAMS). Knowledge of the full life cycle of a garment. Knowledge of PLM is a plus. Fabric knowledge in both knits and wovens is preferred. Solid communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive team player. Application Requirements
Please submit your portfolio and/or website to highlight your work. Hybrid Work Schedule
4 days a week in the office; Fridays work from home. Salary
New York Pay Rate $21.63 – $25.48/hr. (Actual salaries will vary based on experience, skills, and internal alignment). Company Overview
Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend‑focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy, and women’s apparel. Diversity Vision Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, Information Technology; Retail Apparel and Fashion
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