Associate Designer
LT Apparel Group, Greensboro, NC, United States
Role Overview
The Design Associate supports the design and development of licensed apparel products while beginning to take ownership of specific styles and design components. This role bridges executional support and independent contribution, partnering closely with Designers and Senior Designers to translate licensor brand standards and seasonal direction into brand‑right product.
Description This position is ideal for a developing designer ready to expand technical skills, creative contribution, and accountability within a licensed apparel environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support seasonal design development including trend research, concepting, and sketch support.
Execute assigned styles or design components under the direction of senior design leadership.
Interpret licensor brand guidelines and seasonal direction into on‑brand design solutions.
Create sketches, artwork updates, and supporting design documentation.
Assist in building spec packages and updating PLM entries.
Participate in fittings and support feedback tracking and revisions.
Partner cross‑functionally with Product Development and Technical Design on assigned styles.
Maintain design calendars and support milestone tracking.
Qualifications
1–3 years of apparel design experience or relevant internships.
Strong foundational understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and fit.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Photoshop and PLM systems.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to balance creative development with executional accuracy.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field, or equivalent experience.
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Description This position is ideal for a developing designer ready to expand technical skills, creative contribution, and accountability within a licensed apparel environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support seasonal design development including trend research, concepting, and sketch support.
Execute assigned styles or design components under the direction of senior design leadership.
Interpret licensor brand guidelines and seasonal direction into on‑brand design solutions.
Create sketches, artwork updates, and supporting design documentation.
Assist in building spec packages and updating PLM entries.
Participate in fittings and support feedback tracking and revisions.
Partner cross‑functionally with Product Development and Technical Design on assigned styles.
Maintain design calendars and support milestone tracking.
Qualifications
1–3 years of apparel design experience or relevant internships.
Strong foundational understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and fit.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Photoshop and PLM systems.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to balance creative development with executional accuracy.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field, or equivalent experience.
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