Associate Designer, Men's Apparel

KITH

3d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

KITH is seeking an Associate Men’s Designer to join the Men’s Design team, reporting directly to the Senior Men’s Designer.

Requirements

• 2- 4 years of experience working in apparel design, preferably within a contemporary or streetwear-focused brand.
• Must be comfortable in working on all product categories: wovens, knits & sweaters
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Photoshop a plus.
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fabrication, trims, and production processes.
• Experience creating detailed tech packs, BOMs, and production-ready design documentation.
• Strong eye for detail with the ability to identify discrepancies in samples and ensure alignment with design intent.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Designer in executing design tasks and projects with strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency to meet all departmental deadlines.
• Create and maintain comprehensive tech packs, including detailed construction notes, measurements, color callouts, and trim information.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Designer throughout each season to research, develop, and design men’s collections.
• Actively participate in meetings, taking clear, detailed notes and tracking follow-ups as needed.
• Update sketches in Adobe Illustrator and maintain accurate BOMs throughout the development process.
• Accurately size, place, and adjust graphics and textiles in accordance with design intent and brand standards.
• Communicate regularly with overseas vendors and internal cross-functional partners to relay updates and manage changes to the assortment.
• Ensure the highest quality standards across all categories by reviewing samples, confirming accuracy to tech packs, evaluating workmanship, and flagging any discrepancies.
• Assist the Senior Designer in preparing seasonal presentation boards and materials for seasonal kick-offs and internal reviews.
• Track design updates and revisions to ensure alignment across design, development, and production teams.
• Organize and maintain seasonal design files, references, and archives.
• Attend all fittings
• Partner with Tech Design for anything fit related in seasonal development
• Update all tech packs after fitting and updating line sheets accordingly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed