Associate Designer, Betsey Johnson Apparel

Steve Madden • New York, NY

83d • $60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Associate Designer is responsible for creating the seasonal collection while retaining the brands unique spirit. This position supports the Wholesale Apparel business. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site five days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Textile Design or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4-5 years’ experience designing women’s apparel (or relevant category)
• Strong hand sketching ability + proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop (or equivalent)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work with multiple lines/projects under tight deadlines
• A portfolio showcasing design work (collections, sketches, flats, executed garments)
• Passion for bold, expressive, statement design (aligned with Betsey Johnson aesthetic)
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Experience in partywear, cocktails, evening wear, embellished looks

Responsibilities

• Assist with design direction for one or more apparel categories (e.g. dresses, tops, outerwear, partywear)
• Create sketches, flats, tech packs, and detailed spec sheets
• Oversee sample development: fit reviews, revisions, approvals
• Collaborate with Senior Designer to balance creative vision with sales goals and margin targets
• Identify fabrics, trims, prints, embellishments, and source vendors
• Work with technical/garment engineering teams to ensure fit, construction, and quality standards
• Work with production and sourcing teams on costing, lead times, and vendor partnerships
• Review pre-production and production samples, provide feedback and final approvals
• Occasionally assist with marketing, lookbooks, and seasonal presentations
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time-off policy
• Career opportunities within a dynamic team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees