Associate Fashion Designer

Our client,

an American retailer that owns and operates 4 brands that are well known,

is looking for someone to join their team as an Associate Fashion Designer. This role is in New York City!

Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.

This is a 6-month W2 contract with benefits offered

In this role, you will support the design team in developing seasonal collections across knits, sweaters, and accessories. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for fashion, strong technical design skills, and an eye for color, trend, and product development.

What You Will Be Doing
Support the Design Lead with seasonal fabric orders, including color-level management and tracking
Assist with black-and-white sketching and concept development for new styles
Create and update colored sketches/renderings for presentations and line development
Attend and contribute to cross-functional meetings with design, production, and merchandising teams
Develop and maintain Tech Packs with accuracy and attention to detail
Partner closely with Production and Technical Design teams to ensure smooth handoff from concept to execution

Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion xsgimln Design or related field preferred
3+ years of design or assistant design experience, preferably in knits, sweaters, or accessories
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and other design tools
Strong sketching, color sense, and technical package creation skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills