Associate Accessories Designer (Socks)

Job Title: Associate Socks Designer

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $70K-$80K (Depending on Experience)

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About the Job

We are seeking a passionate and creative Fashion Associate Designer to join our design team, specializing in the legwear category. The Associate Designer will play a key role in assisting with the design and development of legwear collections, translating trends and concepts into innovative, marketable products that resonate with our target audience.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with the design team to conceptualize and develop original designs for legwear collections, incorporating market trends, brand identity, and consumer preferences.
• Conduct research on current fashion trends, color palettes, materials, and silhouette innovations relevant to the legwear category, and translate findings into design concepts.
• Create detailed sketches and CAD renderings of legwear designs, considering fit, proportion, construction, and technical specifications.
• Source and evaluate materials, trims, and embellishments for legwear designs, ensuring quality, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with product development and sample teams to create prototypes and samples of legwear designs, providing input on fit, construction, and aesthetic details.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and tech packs for legwear designs, communicating design details and requirements to vendors and manufacturers.
• Assist in color palette development and print/pattern selection for legwear designs, ensuring alignment with seasonal themes and brand aesthetics.
• Participate in fit sessions and garment fittings, providing feedback on fit, comfort, and functionality of legwear prototypes, and proposing necessary adjustments.
• Monitor market trends and competitor offerings in the legwear category, identifying opportunities for differentiation and innovation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including merchandising, production, and marketing to ensure alignment of design vision and product execution.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in fashion design, with a focus on legwear or related categories preferred.
• Strong design portfolio showcasing creative and innovative legwear designs.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software.
• Knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, and textile fundamentals.
• Excellent sketching and rendering skills, with a keen eye for detail and proportion.
• Strong understanding of market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor offerings in the fashion industry.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. xhyhwjd
• Passion for fashion and a creative mindset, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, trend-forward designs.