Freelance- Textile Coordinator- Onsite in Manhattan, NY

A well-known fashion brand is currently looking for a Freelance Associate Textile Technologist to support the Textile Technology and Graphics teams. This role will partner closely with Stylists, Designers, and Merchandising to ensure prints, patterns, and graphics are executed accurately and delivered on tight seasonal timelines.

Position Summary:

The Associate Textile Technologist will support the development and execution of seasonal prints, patterns, and graphics across product lines. This role acts as a key coordinator between Stylists, Designers, CAD artists, and global vendors to ensure design intent is maintained while meeting milestone deadlines. The individual will manage strike-offs, pattern approvals, and graphic spec documentation while maintaining accurate tracking within PLM systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure prints, patterns, and graphic packages are production-ready and viable for each region and vendor

• Develop graphics and artwork packages according to seasonal sourcing strategies

• Track and receive strike-offs, handlooms, and knit-downs in preparation for milestone reviews

• Attend weekly meetings with Stylists and Designers to review print and graphic submissions and provide feedback

• Review engineered graphics, pattern placements, and artwork layouts to ensure accuracy and approval timelines

• Maintain seasonal tracking charts in PLM/Centric to document print, pattern, and graphic development

• Ensure all approvals are completed according to seasonal calendar deadlines

• Communicate updates and risks clearly with cross-functional partners when timelines shift

• Follow up with CAD artists, vendors, and stylists regarding printing techniques, layout constraints, and machine limitations

• Assist in preparing special strike-offs and graphic samples for review and approval

• Manage fabric libraries and reference materials for strike-offs and seasonal development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Graphic Design, Apparel Production, Textile Development, or related field

• 2–5 years of experience in print, pattern, graphic product development, or textile sourcing

• Experience reviewing and approving color, layout, and strike-offs for graphics and prints

• Knowledge of repeat artwork, fabric content, and printing machine capabilities

• Understanding of printing processes, yarn dye techniques, garment dyeing, washing, and fabric finishing

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), and PLM/Centric

• Ability to track development readiness with overseas factories and vendors

• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple product seasons simultaneously

• Collaborative team player with proactive problem-solving skills