Designer - Intermediate

Title: Associate Designer Location: New York, NY 10001 Shift: 1st Hybrid, onsite 3 days a week Duration: 0-03 Month Pay: $28.00 Hour Job Duties Design & Creative Support Act as the primary point of contact between the design team and third-party vendors Communicate design intent, fit comments, and product details clearly Coordinate and track sample submissions, lab dips, and design approvals Manage incoming and outgoing submits to ensure deadlines are met Maintain professional and timely vendor communication Support head designers by documenting and following up on fit comments Maintain organized design libraries, records, and sample archives Assist in preparing design packages, decks, and presentations Collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep projects aligned and on schedule Support the design development of collaborative and third-party collections aligned with brand standards Contribute to seasonal concepts, color palettes, prints, and silhouettes Create and update technical sketches and flats using Adobe Illustrator Assist with fabric, trim, wash, and color selection Contribute to mood boards, concept decks, line reviews, and presentations Conduct trend, market, and competitive research using platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, WGSN, and Miro Product Development & Vendor Coordination Create, update, and maintain accurate tech packs, including measurements, construction details, BOMs, and design comments Support fit sessions by capturing notes, tracking revisions, and following up on changes Assist with sample management, tracking, organizing, reviewing, and maintaining sample libraries Track product updates throughout the development lifecycle to ensure accuracy and timely execution Support communication with third-party vendors and overseas factories to maintain design intent and brand standards Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Merchandising, Technical Design, Production, and Sourcing teams to align products with line plans, costing, and timelines Assist in managing seasonal calendars and collaboration milestones Support adoption meetings, line reviews, and cross-functional checkpoints Administrative & Operational Support Organize and maintain design files, collaboration decks, reference libraries, and seasonal boards Update PLM systems, line plans, BOMs, and internal tracking tools Support market preparation, collaboration launches, and internal presentations Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred Experience 1–3 years of experience in apparel design or product development, including internships Experience working on collaborations, licensed products, or with third-party vendors preferred Apparel industry experience required Portfolio required Skills Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; PLM experience is a plus Working knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and fit Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Basic understanding and hands-on experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Vizcom for ideation and design visualization Personal Attributes Strong interest in collaboration-driven products and brand partnerships Proactive, adaptable, and open to feedback Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple timelines Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset Ability to balance creativity with execution and deadlines Physical Requirements Ability to lift and transport garment samples and sample boxes Ability to attend fittings, reviews, and seasonal meetings #J-18808-Ljbffr LanceSoft Inc