Associate Designer

LT Apparel Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel company in Greensboro, North Carolina is seeking a Design Associate to support design and development of licensed apparel products. The role involves translating brand standards into creative designs and requires 1–3 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Fashion Design or equivalent and be skilled in Adobe Illustrator. This position offers an opportunity to grow technical skills and contribute creatively within the licensed apparel environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of apparel design experience or relevant internships.
• Strong foundational understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and fit.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Photoshop and PLM.

Responsibilities

• Support seasonal design development including trend research and concepting.
• Execute assigned styles or design components under senior leadership.
• Create sketches and supporting design documentation.

Skills

Apparel design experience

Understanding of garment construction

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Attention to detail

Ability to balance creativity and execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

PLM systems

Job description

Role Overview

The Design Associate supports the design and development of licensed apparel products while beginning to take ownership of specific styles and design components. This role bridges executional support and independent contribution, partnering closely with Designers and Senior Designers to translate licensor brand standards and seasonal direction into brand‑right product.

Description

This position is ideal for a developing designer ready to expand technical skills, creative contribution, and accountability within a licensed apparel environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support seasonal design development including trend research, concepting, and sketch support.
• Execute assigned styles or design components under the direction of senior design leadership.
• Interpret licensor brand guidelines and seasonal direction into on‑brand design solutions.
• Create sketches, artwork updates, and supporting design documentation.
• Assist in building spec packages and updating PLM entries.
• Participate in fittings and support feedback tracking and revisions.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Product Development and Technical Design on assigned styles.
• Maintain design calendars and support milestone tracking.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of apparel design experience or relevant internships.
• Strong foundational understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and fit.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Photoshop and PLM systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to balance creative development with executional accuracy.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field, or equivalent experience.