Associate Designer /Product Developer

A leading Active Brand, located in the garment district of NYC is looking for an Associate Designer/ Product Developer for Women’s Activewear.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Sample tracking
• Working through all stages of product development from proto through final production sample.
• Maintain design libraries and filing systems.
• Responsible for tracking all sourcing requests and follow up with overseas partners daily.
• Handle Labdips, Trims and Strikeoff approvals.
• Manage Hangtag and Packaging requests to update photos and artwork for production orders.
• Manage all deadlines within Development/Production Calendar
• Assisting Lead designer on developing product each season.
• Handle PP & TOP approvals.
• Attend fittings and update tech packs as needed.
• Communication with licensed teams through approval process.
• Create packaging ideas for special projects, giftables, 2-packs, etc.
• Creating and updating CADS along with techpack detail sheets for both development and production stages.
• Collaborating between design, TD and production department.

Requirements:

• Ability to multi-task, trouble shoot and problem solve
• Knowledge of garment construction
• Must be well versed in Adobe Illustrator in a MAC environment
• Strong illustrator Flat Sketching skills
• Costco & or BJ’s experience a plus.
• Minimum 2-3 years professional experience preferably in Activewear.
• Ability to prioritize workload based on design calendar.
• Position is based in NYO.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with quick turnaround and deadlines.
• Must be highly organized, detail oriented and a self-starter