Associate Apparel Designer – Dresses
On-siteNew York, United States
New York, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeEntry LevelLarge
Full TimeEntry LevelLarge
Job Summary
Design dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers across knits and wovens while maintaining line plans for in-house and private label accounts. Develop tech packs and flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator, approve fabric quality and trims, and coordinate with overseas offices to ensure timely sample delivery. Conduct market research and shop for inspiration to identify new product opportunities, staying attuned to industry trends to drive commercially viable designs. Collaborate with merchandisers, the design director, and fabric teams to align assortments with brand concepts, SKU plans, and cost efficiencies.
Required Qualifications
- Design dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers across various price points in both knits and wovens
- Maintain line plans for in-house and private label accounts
- Develop and execute tech packs and flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator
- Approve fabric quality, trims, and colors while providing clear feedback for revisions
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality samples by coordinating with overseas offices
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitive landscapes, leveraging insights for design inspiration
- Conduct market research and shop for inspiration to identify new product opportunities
- Adhere to time-and-action calendars to meet production timelines
- Work with Merchandisers and the Design Director to ensure assortments align with brand concepts and SKU plans
- Partner with the fabric team to source trending materials and trims, balancing cost efficiency and design quality
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