Design Assistant, ATM Clothing

Steve Madden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K

Paid holidays

Generous paid time-off policy

Job summary

A leading apparel company is seeking a Design Assistant to support the Senior Designer in executing ATM Apparel Design. The role involves creative design, managing multiple projects, and maintaining communication with factories and sales teams. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant experience, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time position is based in New York and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in related field.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Designer with execution of all ATM Apparel Design.
• Create trend boards based on research.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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General Summary

The Design Assistant is responsible for assisting the Senior Designer with the execution of all ATM Apparel Design. This position supports the Wholesale and Retail business. The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on‑site.

Key Responsibilities

• Creative Design - be able to put together trend boards based on trend research
• Design product from quality, pattern, color
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Specific Job Skills

Essential duties include

• Organizational Skills - needs to be able to keep track of samples in excel sheets across multiple seasons at the same time
• Communication Skills - this role requires direct communication with the factories and internally with sales
• Presentation Skills - be able to present product in meetings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field
• Minimum of 1 year in related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $24.00 - $26.00. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time‑off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Retail