Associate Designer Intimates

Our client is looking for a talented Freelance Associate Designer to work on women's intimates. Role is based in NYC. The Associate Designer executes the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales, ensuring the timely execution of each stage in the process.

• Hourly pay rate: $35.00-$40.00 based on experience
• Location: NYC hybrid 3 days onsite

Responsibilities:

• Research and identify trend directions; perform competitive analysis; pull and review fabrics, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos
• Execute development of initial seasonal design category in context of larger assortment and cost structure
• Design according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
• Create Illustrator sketches; review specification sheets and line sheets; ensure accuracy of product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; ensure maintenance of designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
• Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library
• Approve lab dips with VP, Design and ensure consistency with color standards and licensor directives, where appropriate; review prints and graphics where appropriate and advise revisions; manage fit process

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
• Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch
• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• 2-5 years experience in intimates and/or apparel design
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD, PLM, and Mac computers

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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