Associate Designer (Girls)
Onsite NYC 5 days a week
Salary: 60-70k DOE

A leading kids’ lifestyle brand is seeking a Girls’ Assistant Designer to join their growing team. This is a full-time, 5-days-onsite role based in New York City, offering hands-on experience in the girlswear category and the opportunity to grow within a collaborative, creative environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the design process from concept through development for girls’ separates
• Create and maintain tech packs and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Produce clean, accurate flat sketches; assist with graphics and prints as needed
• Handle data entry and track product changes throughout the development cycle
• Troubleshoot development issues with cross-functional partners
• Meet deadlines and respond positively to direction and feedback in a fast-paced setting

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Apparel or Fashion Design (or equivalent experience)
• 1–2 years of design experience; internships considered
• Previous Kidswear or interest in Kidswear design
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; Photoshop is a plus
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple styles/details
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, positive mindset
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Assistant Designer- Women’s Apparel

Client Overview: Innovative, multi-category fashion house, which manufactures, designs and markets to a mass consumer base throughout the United States

Position Overview: Assistant Designer supports the design team in the creative execution of product lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Designer in developing seasonal lines, including technical sketches, line sheets, and CADs.
• Create presentation boards and other visual tools for milestone meetings.
• Support preparations for Color & Concept reviews, Line Presentations, and other key meetings.
• Complete and coordinate design details for product development with the technical design team.
• Assist in the selection of trims for development and follow up with production to ensure timely execution.

Qualifications:

• Degree in apparel design, fashion design, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in apparel design- internships included
• Working knowledge of garment construction and measurements.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Excel, and Word.
• Strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Patternmaker to join a leading apparel brand’s Pre-Production team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both manual and digital patternmaking, a strong understanding of garment construction and fit, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Translate design sketches, specifications, and samples into accurate, production-ready patterns

• Develop and draft digital patterns using Gerber software

• Conduct and participate in fit sessions, making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal fit and construction

• Create and maintain detailed tech packs, including sewing and construction instructions

• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, development, and production teams to ensure precision and quality

• Manage deadlines and workflow in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high accuracy

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of patternmaking experience (manual and CAD)

• Proficiency in Gerber CAD software required

• Knowledge of Centric PLM and Microsoft Office Suite preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or Fashion School degree in Patternmaking or Fashion Merchandising preferred

• Highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills

Exciting Opportunity: Women’s Lifestyle/ Resortwear

Location: Orange County Area
Employment Type: Full-Time or Temp to Hire

About the Role

Are you ready to dive into an inspiring creative journey with a vibrant lifestyle brand that perfectly fuses effortless coastal vibes with innovative design? Join us and be part of an energetic team that breathes fresh life into trend-forward collections. This is your opportunity to bring bold, refreshing ideas to the forefront and leave your mark on the women’s lifestyle/ resort team.

We’re searching for a talented Associate Designer to craft stunning seasonal collections on our Women’s lifestyle brand. You’ll combine your artistic vision and technical expertise to transform concepts into striking finished products, collaborating closely with product development, merchandising, and technical teams to push the boundaries of surf lifestyle fashion.

Key Responsibilities

• Create innovative seasonal collections across multiple categories in women’s lifestyle categories including knits, cut & sew, woven and denim.
• Design mood boards, select trend-savvy color palettes and fabrics aligned with brand identity.
• Develop detailed technical flats and garment illustrations using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Research trends in surf, streetwear, and lifestyle markets to inspire fresh design elements.
• Lead garment fittings, perfecting fit, proportion, and finishing details.
• Craft comprehensive tech packs using PLM systems, including sketches, measurements, and construction notes.
• Partner with suppliers on fabric sourcing, knit development, washes, and dye techniques.
• Collaborate across merchandising and product development teams to meet market demands and profitability goals.
• Contribute to in-studio photo shoots by styling key looks, adding your creative touch when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of design experience, preferably in women’s lifestyle, or denim.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Proficiency with PLM systems and garment development processes.
• Deep understanding of fit, patternmaking, and garment construction.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and multitasking abilities under tight deadlines.

Step into a role where your creativity meets impact—embrace the lifestyle brand and design future-ready collections with a talented creative team!

Senior Account Executive – Wholesale Apparel

• Location: Onsite – Burbank, CA (5 days/week)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Account Executive with established, active relationships across major national retailers. This individual will lead wholesale growth, manage key accounts, and drive expansion within tier-one department store and off-price channels.

Must-Have Experience

• Current, active relationships with TJ Maxx and all divisions, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack, Von Maur, Belk, and Fred Meyer
• Proven ability to influence assortment, secure placements, and drive immediate revenue impact
• Strong network and credibility with major department store and off-price buyers
• Proven success in women’s apparel wholesale programs
• 7–10+ years of experience in wholesale apparel sales and account management

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow wholesale partnerships across major retail accounts
• Leverage existing buyer relationships to secure placements and expand assortments
• Drive seasonal line presentations, assortments, and merchandising strategies
• Partner with Design, Production, and Planning teams on account execution
• Lead market appointments, showroom presentations, and line reviews
• Negotiate pricing, margin, and promotional programs
• Monitor sales performance, replenishment, and in-season opportunities
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and divisions

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of retail calendars, buying cycles, and merchandising strategy
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and communication skills

Preferred Background

• Experience in women’s contemporary, fashion, or moderate apparel markets
• Established relationships across both department store and off-price channels
• Track record managing high-volume programs across multiple SKUs and categories