Assistant Designer

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Full Time Bernette Textile, New York, NY, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1113

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven Assistant Designer to join our team. This role plays a critical part in supporting both men's & women's design execution and production/sample management, partnering closely with the Design Director, Senior Designers, sales team, and overseas factories to keep development moving on schedule.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously, and has a foundational understanding of the apparel design and development process from tech pack through bulk production. This individual should be a proactive team player, open to direction, and able to switch gears quickly across sample tracking, factory communication, CAD/tech pack support, and showroom preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Design Support

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the design team and support the full development process from tech pack to prototype to salesman sample to bulk production.
• Create and update sketches, presentation CADs, tech packs, and print artwork.
• Assist Senior Designers with CADs and tech packs across other categories as needed.
• Update presentation boards and perform design and trend research as required.
• Provide general support to Design and Tech Design teams (cutting swatches, communicating approvals to factories, etc.).

Production & Sample Management

• Track, communicate, and follow up daily with overseas suppliers on all SMS, PP, and TOP samples.
• Receive and open incoming sample packages daily; log all samples into the tracking chart.
• Review samples with the design team and process each according to buyer guidelines, including completing and attaching all required forms.
• Prepare outgoing sample packages for FedEx pick-up and compose corresponding emails to buyers.
• Track samples sent out by the sales team.
• Communicate with factories on all approval items — lab dips, bulk fabrics, print patterns, and trims — collaborating with the design team as needed.
• Maintain electronic and physical records of production approvals by season; follow up with factories on rejected submissions.
• Meet all deadlines per the seasonal calendar.

Showroom & Library Management

• Maintain the sample archive, fabric library, and trim library.
• Prepare swatch cards and take product photos.
• Maintain the order and presentation of the showroom in anticipation of client meetings.
• Administrative tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–3 years of fashion industry experience, preferably in design; recent graduates of design programs may be considered.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and MS Office Suite (CAD samples will be requested).
• Sketching ability with technical accuracy.
• Highly organized, responsible, punctual, and reliable, with a sharp eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and switch gears in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player, open to direction, and able to work well under pressure.