Associate Designer - Kids Activewear

Confidential; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a fashion design team based in New York, seeks an experienced Apparel Designer to contribute to seasonal collections and brand-specific styling. You will research trends, fabrics, and graphics, while creating CADs, line sheets, and design specs across multiple accounts.

The role requires strong proficiency in Illustrator/Photoshop, a Keen eye for trends, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality fit and construction.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in apparel design.
• Experience in kids’ apparel preferred; activewear experience a plus.
• Strong print and graphic design skills preferred.
• Proficiency in Mac-based Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of trends, color, fabrics, trims, fit, and garment construction.
• Creative, strategic, and technical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Research trends, newness, and market insights to support business growth.
• Research fabrics, trims, embellishments, prints, and graphics.
• Shop the market for inspiration and competitive analysis.
• Create trend reports, CADs, and detailed design specification pages for seasonal collections.
• Assist in the development of kids’ sets and separates across multiple accounts.
• Collaborate with the design director and cross-functional partners to develop brand-specific styles aligned with merchandising strategies.
• Partner with Technical Design and Production teams to ensure design details, fit, and construction meet brand standards.
• Create selling tools including presentation boards, line sheets, color cards, and other design assets as needed.
• Provide general design team support, demonstrating flexibility to meet calendar deadlines and deliverables.

Skills

Apparel design

Kids' apparel

Print & graphic design

Illustrator

Photoshop

MS Office

Multitasking

Trend analysis

Attention to detail

Job description

Responsibilities

• Research trends, newness, and market insights to support business growth
• Research fabrics, trims, embellishments, prints, and graphics
• Shop the market for inspiration and competitive analysis
• Create trend reports, CADs, and detailed design specification pages for seasonal collections
• Assist in the development of kids’ sets and separates across multiple accounts
• Collaborate with the design director and cross-functional partners to develop brand-specific styles aligned with merchandising strategies
• Partner with Technical Design and Production teams to ensure design details, fit, and construction meet brand standards
• Create selling tools including presentation boards, line sheets, color cards, and other design assets as needed
• Provide general design team support, demonstrating flexibility to meet calendar deadlines and deliverables

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in apparel design
• Experience in kids’ apparel preferred; activewear experience a plus
• Strong print and graphic design skills preferred
• Proficiency in Mac-based Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of trends, color, fabrics, trims, fit, and garment construction
• Creative, strategic, and technical problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000 annually, based on experience