The Associate Designer will work closely with the Designer and support the Design team in the development and execution of women’s activewear for a leading brand. They will play a vital role in creating stylish and functional activewear for our customers. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about the performance apparel space to join our growing team!
Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with Design team to develop and execute seasonal concepts and styling that align with the brand vison and market trends
Conduct market, trend, and shopping research to integrate new styling ideas with a point of view
Support an assortment of styles within your category, working closely with senior team members through development and production
Create detailed sketches on Illustrator that are understandable for buyers and factories
Build/Generate tech packs for sampling, costing, and production purposes on PLM
Manage cads and linesheets with all updates for color, graphic, and fabric details
Attend fittings and help evaluate fit samples for design details
Effectively communicate and partner cross-functional teams such as Graphic Design, Product Development, Technical Design, Sales, Production, and Ecommerce throughout design processes
Maintain keen attention to detail throughout the product development and production processes using problem solving skills
Communication with overseas sample room for meeting line sampling
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent qualifications
3+ years’ experience in fashion industry
Strong creative eye, attention to detail, and understanding of women’s active market
Knowledge of apparel styles, garment construction, and fabric
Strong organization, problem-solving, time management, and communication skills
Sense of urgency and accountability with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Familiarity with Excel, Word, and the Mac platform
PLM experience a plus (Centric preferred) Annual salary range is starting at $60,000+The disclosed salary range is commensurate with experience and does not reflect the total compensation package. Our associates have access to other valuable benefits that our Human Resources team is happy to share with candidates during the interview process.
