Assistant Designer, Sweaters

Knitwell Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career development & mobility

Volunteer & philanthropic programs

Medical, dental, vision insurance & 4

Job summary

KnitWell Group in New York seeks an Assistant Designer to support the Designer in executing seasonal collections for knits and sweaters. You will help develop concepts, color stories, fabrics, and flats, while preparing boards and presentation materials.

The role requires 1–2 years in design, strong sketching skills, and keen fashion sense. Collaboration across teams, calendar discipline, and proficiency in Photoshop/Illustrator are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of design experience.
• Experience with knits/sweaters preferred.
• Strong sketching/illustration ability.
• Creative and fashion-focused mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing seasonal collections, fabrics and colors to maintain brand identity.
• Prepare line review materials, concept boards, fabric and color boards and flat sketches.
• Contribute to line assortment building and cohesive collection presentations.
• Attend fittings and provide input; record detailed notes.
• Maintain design logs, line sheets, boards and archives library.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal clients to ensure design calendars are met.

Skills

Sketching & illustration

Creativity

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Knits/sweaters experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

About us

Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between).

Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We’ll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?

About the role

The Assistant Designer assists the Designer with the execution of seasonal collections, fabrications and colors that maintain the brand identity. Assists in the development, concept and design of the Sweaters category. Prepares Line Review presentation materials, concept boards, fabric and color boards and flat sketches. Embodies the company’s Values & Practices by maintaining effective collaborative relationships, taking pride in the company and brand, embracing diversity in all facets of the position and representing a hunger for knowledge and responsibility

The impact you can have

• Assists in the preparation of design specification sheets, both flat and technical sketches, pitch sheets and trim sheets

• Contributes to conceptualization and implementation of the line; Prepares presentation boards highlighting fabric, flats, and figure sketches; Assists in set up of all Spectrum and Concept presentations

• Participates in line assortment building and line presentations with the goal of creating a cohesive and exciting collection

• Attends all style fittings and provides input/feedback as necessary; Keeps detailed notes from all fittings

• Maintains product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library

• Adheres to cross‑functional calendar and attends meetings as required

• Builds collaborative relationships with vendors and internal clients

You’ll bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree equivalent in Design

• Experience with knits/sweaters preferred

• 1-2 years’ experience in Design

• Creativity and enthusiasm for fashion

• Strong sketching and illustration ability

• Ability to identify color and fashion trends

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel and all other Microsoft Office Applications

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular‑priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, Talbots and Haven Well Within (in store and online)

• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands

• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Time off – paid time off & holidays*

• The target salary range for this role is: $53,000-$54,000

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

Location:

Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.