Associate Designer Job at Confidential, New York, NY

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  • Confidential
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Associate Designer is responsible for assisting/supporting the Design Director/CCO and Senior Designer of our in-house brand. It is expected that this position be able to assist in design for all woven categories for women (jackets/pants/dresses) with a focus on tops/blouses/shirts (both soft and structured), experience with knits a plus. Position is also responsible for being current with market trends, sourcing of new trims, assist in creating line sheets/mood boards to present within the company. Presentations generally include trend direction for silhouette, color, fabric and print.

Essential Functions

  • Strong digital flat sketching skills for women’s shirting, ensuring accuracy in proportion and detail.
  • Ability to create and maintain detailed Tech Packs, including:
  • Precise measurement specs for various shirt fits and silhouettes.
  • Construction details, seam finishes, and special design elements.
  • Trim and fabric information specific to shirting (e.g., buttons, collars, cuffs, plackets).
  • Ability to analyze and interpret seasonal fashion trends to update core shirting styles.
  • Ability to track sample development and approvals while maintaining design integrity.
  • Communicates with suppliers on fabric and trim under the direction of the Design team.
  • Conduct trend research tailored to the aesthetic of the brand
  • Assist in sourcing new fabrics, trims and prints seasonally
  • Organize and conduct presentation of new product to in-house Sales team
  • Translate Design Director’s sketches into Illustrator to clearly communicate new concepts to factories, Sales & Merchandising teams
  • Create and manage tech packs, must have experience with PLM systems
  • Collaborate with CAD Designer to accommodate all brand needs (presentations boards, line sheets, artwork modifications, etc.)
  • Attend and participate in all fittings from development to production
  • Communicate w/overseas offices from development to pass off to production team
  • Seasonally contribute to company spanning Trend Direction presentation

Required Education and Experience

  • BFA in Fashion Design or fashion related field
  • Experience working as an Assistant Designer in a fashion company, preferably in women’s woven tops or shirting.

Technical Skills Required

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for CADs, colorways, and print layouts.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for managing BOMs (Bill of Materials), costing, and production tracking.
  • High taste level and creative ability - ability to take inspiration to fully realized samples
  • Basic understanding of fabric construction, specifically woven fabrics such as cotton poplin, oxford, and stretch blends.
  • Knowledge of garment construction and tailoring techniques specific to classic and modern shirting styles.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, especially for managing multiple SKUs and seasonal collections.
  • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, corporate design environment.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Must be self-motivated and proactive

Job Tags

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