Apparel Designer

Job Description

Title: Associate Designer Apparel

Location: NYC, NY 10001

Duration: 3 Months

Pay Rate: $28/hr.

Position Overview

Client is seeking an Associate Designer to support seasonal apparel design, licensed products, collaborations, and third-party vendor programs. The ideal candidate will assist with design development, technical execution, sample management, and vendor coordination while ensuring alignment with brand standards and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Coordinate with design teams, third-party vendors, and licensing partners.
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• Track sample submissions, lab dips, fit comments, and design approvals.
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• Create and update technical sketches, flats, and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator.
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• Support fabric, trim, color selection, trend research, and seasonal concepts.
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• Maintain design libraries, product records, PLM systems, and development calendars.
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• Collaborate with Merchandising, Technical Design, Production, and Sourcing teams.
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• Assist with line reviews, presentations, and product development timelines.
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred.
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• 1–3 years of apparel design or product development experience, including internships.
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• Experience with licensed products, collaborations, or third-party vendors preferred.
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• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; PLM experience is a plus.
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• Knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, fit, and tech packs.
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• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
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• Basic experience with AI design tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, or Vizcom.
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• Portfolio required.
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Note: Ability to handle garment samples and attend fittings and design reviews is required.