Associate Designer , Sweaters

Kellwood Company; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellwood Company is seeking an Assistant/Associate Designer for sweaters in City of Industry, CA. You will assist in the design and development process, create design sketches, and prepare tech packs while supporting CAD sketching and PLM. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain design archives.

The role emphasizes a proactive, creative mindset with a passion for fashion and knitwear, requiring strong communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience creating tech packs and understanding garment construction.
• Strong sense of fashion trends and sweater knitting techniques a plus.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and keen attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• Previous knitwear design experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development process for sweaters.
• Create design sketches and prepare tech packs.
• Support CAD sketching and PLM activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain design archives.

Skills

Collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Fashion trend knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Assistant/Associate Designer for Sweaters, located in City of Industry, CA. Responsibilities include assisting in the design and development process for the sweaters category, creating design sketches, preparing tech packs, CAD sketching, PLM, supporting the Designers on the team. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining design archives.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience in technical aspects, including creating tech packs and understanding garment construction
• Strong sense of fashion trends and knowledge of sweater knitting techniques a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with teams
• Excellent communication skills and keen attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field
• Previous experience in knitwear design is a plus
• A proactive and creative mindset with a passion for fashion and design