Assistant Designer (New York City Metropolitan Area)

Assistant Designer, Women's Dresses

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)

Department: Kensie Dresses

Reports To: Director of Design

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Assistant Designer to join our Kensie Dresses team. This role will support the Design Director throughout the product development process by assisting with sample execution, technical design support, organization, and daily design operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and passionate about contemporary women's fashion, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the creation and maintenance of cost cards and seasonal development materials.
• Support the handoff of design development from the design team to Production for purchase order execution.
• Maintain and organize the sample room, coordinating with sample makers, cutters, and sewing teams.
• Track domestic and overseas samples to ensure timely delivery throughout the development calendar.
• Organize and maintain showroom samples to ensure presentation readiness.
• Maintain the seasonal swatch library by vendor, fabrication, and quality.
• Support CAD development in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, including preparing artwork and cleaning garment images for FileMaker and other internal systems.
• Assist with trend research, inspiration boards, and presentation materials for seasonal development.
• Partner with Design, Product Development, Technical Design, and Production teams to support daily workflow and ensure timely sample execution.
• Maintain strong organizational skills while managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Who You Are:

• A creative and organized designer with a passion for contemporary women's dresses.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and time management skills.
• A proactive communicator who works effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A self-starter who takes initiative and enjoys supporting the design process from concept through development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 2+ years of apparel design or design support experience; women's dress experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong hand sketching, CAD, and presentation skills.
• Basic understanding of garment construction, fit, and the product development process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• PTO and company holidays
• Employee discounts

The pay for this position is: $65,000 per year.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. |

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.