Activewear Design Associate — Hybrid (Remote)

Confidential

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Hybrid work

Remote 1 day per week

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an Associate Designer for Activewear in New York City. The role covers the full product life cycle, from trend research to sketches, mock-ups, details, and fit, reporting to the Design Director.

You will assist with seasonal trend/color/print research, develop technical sketches and tech packs, and create color CADs for presentations while coordinating with overseas factories and fabric development teams.

Qualifications

Knowledgeable about fabric and garment construction.
Working knowledge of the activewear market landscape.
Working knowledge of overseas product development process.
Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams: Design, Sales, Production, & Overseas.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Self-sufficient and able to work independently or as part of a group.
Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Degree in fashion/apparel or comparable knowledge/experience (2+ years).

Responsibilities

Assist in trend, color, and print research for each season.
Create technical sketches and tech packs for development.
Create color CADs for presentations.
Communicate with overseas factories.
Source swatches/trims from factories for fabric development.
Review incoming samples for customer meetings and ensure licenses/standards alignment.
Maintain an organized design space for quick access to teammates.
Assist in organizing samples in the design showroom.
Prepare color cards for internal and external use.
Assist in preparing pitch decks and samples for client presentations.