Associate Apparel Designer – Dresses
Planet Gold Clothing Co Inc•New York, NY
•$55,000 - $75,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Associate Designer, Dresses, will design on-trend dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers across knits and wovens while managing line plans for in-house and private label accounts. The role involves creating tech packs, approving fabric and trims, coordinating with overseas offices, and staying attuned to market trends to inspire fresh, commercially viable designs. Collaborating closely with merchandisers, design directors, and fabric teams, the designer ensures collections align with brand strategies, timelines, and cost efficiencies.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years in a Designer role, specializing in dresses for the women’s junior market
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, tech pack creation, and a strong understanding of fabric, trims, and construction
- Proven ability to design on-trend, commercially viable products
- Excellent communication skills with a team-oriented approach and the ability to present ideas effectively
- Thrives in fast-paced environments and delivers results under tight deadlines
- Familiarity with private label development and brand differentiation strategies
- Please submit your technical black and white sketches using Adobe Illustrator via the documents tab when applying
Responsibilities
- Design dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers across various price points in both knits and wovens
- Maintain line plans for in-house and private label accounts
- Develop and execute tech packs and flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator
- Approve fabric quality, trims, and colors while providing clear feedback for revisions
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality samples by coordinating with overseas offices
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitive landscapes, leveraging insights for design inspiration
- Conduct market research and shop for inspiration to identify new product opportunities
- Adhere to time-and-action calendars to meet production timelines
- Work with Merchandisers and the Design Director to ensure assortments align with brand concepts and SKU plans
- Partner with the fabric team to source trending materials and trims, balancing cost efficiency and design quality
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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