Associate Designer

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and technical Associate Sweater Designe r to join our NYC design team. You'll support the full design and development process for knitwear and sweater collections- from concept through final production. The ideal candidate brings an understanding of yarns, stitches, gauges, and garment construction , thrives in a fast-paced environment, and collaborates effectively across functions to deliver commercially viable product.

What You'll Do

• Assist in developing seasonal concept decks, mood boards, yearn/stitch stories, and silhouette direction for knitwear and sweaters
• Translate design inspiration into CAD flats, stitch layouts, tech packs and line sheets using Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
• Research and select yarns, gauges, stitch techniques, trims and fabrications details appropriate for knitwear product categories
• Participate in fittings with Technical Design to refine fit, construction, proportion and ensure garment quality meets brand standards
• Collaborate with production and overseas factories on sourcing, costing and timelines
• Maintain physical and digital archives of yarn swatches, stitch libraries, seasonal references and design documentation
• Ensure deliverables (protos, samples, market submissions) adhere to the design calendar

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design
• 3-5 years of professional design experience in knitwear and/or sweater design (women's or contemporary market preferred)
• Good working knowledge of yarns, knitting techniques (e.g., tension, intarsia, cable, jacquard, full-fashion), gauges and knit construction
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; solid Excel skills
• Experience creating detailed tech packs, CAD's and line sheets with accuracyt
• Strong organizational multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven design environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate across design, technical, sourcing and merchandising teams
• Knowledge of Simparel or PLM systems and overseas development processes is a plus

Why Join Us

• Work with a collaborative, experienced design team within a global apparel company
• Gain exposure to large-scale sourcing, manufacturing and brand partnerships across women's lifestyle apparel
• Join a creative, fast-paced work environment that values innovation, craftmanship and commercial impact