Associate Children's Apparel Designer – NYC (Onsite)

Essenti Talent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenti Talent is seeking a designers to support the Big Girls Walmart licensed collection. You will create and update apparel designs using Illustrator and Photoshop, researching trends and collaborating with design and product teams in NYC.

The role emphasizes translating brand guidelines into seasonal concepts, reviewing samples, and maintaining project files while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of apparel design experience, preferably in children's or retail apparel.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends, color, graphics, and apparel construction.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Licensed apparel experience is a plus.
• Must be located in NYC; onsite with some Fridays work-from-home flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of seasonal apparel collections for the Big Girls Walmart licensed business
• Research current fashion, color, graphic, and market trends relevant to the target customer
• Create and update apparel designs, colorways, and presentations using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Collaborate with Senior Designers, Graphic Designers, Merchandising, and Product Development teams
• Help develop design concepts that align with brand guidelines, retailer needs, and seasonal trends
• Review samples and provide design feedback throughout the development process
• Organize and maintain design files, artwork, and seasonal project information
• Assist with approvals and revisions to ensure designs meet brand and customer expectations

Skills

Fashion trend awareness

Project management

Strong communication

Multitasking

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Essenti Talent is seeking a designers to support the Big Girls Walmart licensed collection. You will create and update apparel designs using Illustrator and Photoshop, researching trends and collaborating with design and product teams in NYC.

The role emphasizes translating brand guidelines into seasonal concepts, reviewing samples, and maintaining project files while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment.