Associate Kidswear Designer
Fourth Floor, New York, NY, United States
Our client, a wholesale apparel manufacturing brand, is seeking an Associate Kidswear Designer to join their team in New York!
Responsibilities
Support the design and development of seasonal kids apparel collections from initial concept through final production
Assist in creating flat sketches, CADs, and design presentations that align with brand direction and target customer
Conduct trend research, market analysis, and competitive shopping to inform seasonal design direction
Partner with design and merchandising teams to ensure product aligns with assortment needs and pricing targets
Help build and maintain tech packs, including construction details, measurements, and fabric information
Collaborate with production and technical design teams to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective
Participate in fittings, taking notes and assisting with revisions to achieve proper fit and quality standards
Assist in sourcing fabrics, trims, and color development in partnership with vendors and internal teams
Support the preparation of internal presentations, line reviews, and seasonal meetings
Stay current on kidswear trends, fabrications, and techniques to contribute fresh ideas
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field
2+ years of experience in apparel design, preferably within kidswear
Strong understanding of garment construction, color, and fabrications
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with PLM systems is a plus
Strong sketching and technical drawing abilities
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills across cross-functional teams
Passion for kids apparel and a strong eye for trend and product development
$65k-80k depending on experience
Full time in office.
Please submit your resume for consideration!
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Responsibilities
Support the design and development of seasonal kids apparel collections from initial concept through final production
Assist in creating flat sketches, CADs, and design presentations that align with brand direction and target customer
Conduct trend research, market analysis, and competitive shopping to inform seasonal design direction
Partner with design and merchandising teams to ensure product aligns with assortment needs and pricing targets
Help build and maintain tech packs, including construction details, measurements, and fabric information
Collaborate with production and technical design teams to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective
Participate in fittings, taking notes and assisting with revisions to achieve proper fit and quality standards
Assist in sourcing fabrics, trims, and color development in partnership with vendors and internal teams
Support the preparation of internal presentations, line reviews, and seasonal meetings
Stay current on kidswear trends, fabrications, and techniques to contribute fresh ideas
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field
2+ years of experience in apparel design, preferably within kidswear
Strong understanding of garment construction, color, and fabrications
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with PLM systems is a plus
Strong sketching and technical drawing abilities
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills across cross-functional teams
Passion for kids apparel and a strong eye for trend and product development
$65k-80k depending on experience
Full time in office.
Please submit your resume for consideration!
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