Assistant CAD Designer

G-III Apparel Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and holidays

Job summary

G-III Apparel Group, home to Karl Lagerfeld Paris, is seeking an Assistant CAD Designer in New York City. You will support the design team by developing CAD artwork, updating prints, and coordinating with mills to ensure timely production.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for color and print, proficient in Photoshop and Illustrator, and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site role with opportunities to grow within the Karl Lagerfeld Paris team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years CAD design or related experience, internships acceptable.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong eye for color, print, and detail; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist Design team in creating/updating prints and graphics for seasonal collections.
• Develop CAD artwork with revisions, color changes, and layout updates.
• Prepare production-ready artwork files under senior guidance.
• Develop colorways and organize print layouts for development and bulk production.
• Coordinate with mills for strike-offs and sample submissions.
• Review artwork files from external studios.
• Maintain development calendars and track milestones.

Skills

CAD design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Color development

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion/ Textile Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

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

Department: Karl Lagerfeld Paris

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 CAD Designer to join our Karl Lagerfeld Paris team. This role will support the Design team in developing and updating prints, graphics, and CAD artwork for seasonal collections. The Assistant CAD Designer will assist with artwork revisions, color development, production-ready files, and coordination with external mills and studios to ensure timely execution throughout the design and development process.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for color, print, and detail, proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Design team in creating and updating prints and graphics for seasonal collections.
• Support the development of CAD artwork by executing revisions, color changes, and layout updates.
• Prepare production-ready artwork files under the direction of senior team members.
• Assist in developing colorways and organizing print layouts for development and bulk production.
• Support communication with mills to track strike-offs and sample submissions.
• Assist in organizing and reviewing artwork files received from external studios.
• Help maintain development calendars by tracking key milestones and following up on outstanding deliverables.
• Maintain and organize the digital art library, ensuring artwork files are accurate, accessible, and up to date.
• Assist in preparing materials and visual assets for market appointments.
• Support copyright tracking and help manage studio invoices and related documentation.

Who You Are:

• A creative and detail-oriented individual with a strong interest in fashion, prints, and textile design.
• A collaborative team player who works effectively with Design, Production, and external partners.
• A highly organized professional who can manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive self-starter who is eager to learn and develop technical design skills.
• A strong communicator with an eye for color, print, and detail.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of CAD design or related experience, including internships, preferably within women's fashion.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong eye for color, print, and detail with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Basic understanding of textile printing and garment development processes.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced design environment.

What We Offer:

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

The pay range for this position is: $60,000 – $70,000 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. | www.g-iii.com

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 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.