Junior Knitwear Designer - Trend-Forward Sweaters

Golden-Touch-Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden-Touch-Group is seeking a Designer for Sweaters to join our growing design team focused on the Junior women's market. You will support seasonal sweater collections from concept through production, collaborating with the team to meet design and cost targets.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in apparel, strong sweater construction knowledge, and proficiency in Illustrator. This hybrid role involves 4 days in the office in New York and Fridays remote, with a pay range of $70,000–$90,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in apparel, with a focus on sweaters or knitwear.
• Understanding of sweater construction, yarn types, gauge variations, and knitting techniques.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
• Familiarity with PLM systems and tech pack creation.
• Excellent organizational skills and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design Director in the design and execution of seasonal sweater collections from concept through production, alongside the team.
• Maintain product development calendars and ensure timely delivery of design packages and samples.
• Track samples, updates, and vendor submissions to ensure consistency across styles and lines.
• Create clear and detailed flat sketches and technical design packages using Adobe Illustrator and PLM systems.
• Assist in yarn, gauge, stitch, and trim selection to ensure product aligns with brand and cost targets.
• Communicate clearly with overseas vendors on design intent, construction, and sampling needs.
• For styles selected, you're responsible for creating tags and completing Walmart paperwork.
• Research and identify emerging trends in the junior knitwear market to inform design direction.

Skills

Sweater construction

Illustrator sketching

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

PLM systems

Job description

Golden-Touch-Group is seeking a Designer for Sweaters to join our growing design team focused on the Junior women's market. You will support seasonal sweater collections from concept through production, collaborating with the team to meet design and cost targets.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in apparel, strong sweater construction knowledge, and proficiency in Illustrator. This hybrid role involves 4 days in the office in New York and Fridays remote, with a pay range of $70,000–$90,000.