Associate Designer – Sleepwear Apparel

Description:

The Associate Sleepwear Designer will support the design team in creating trend-right, brand-appropriate sleepwear collections that resonate with the target consumer. This role assists in executing the design process from concept through final product, ensuring designs are aesthetically compelling, commercially viable, and aligned with business objectives. The Associate Sleepwear Designer will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners including merchandising, product development, and sourcing to bring collections to market on time.

Responsibilities

• Create unique, commercially relevant prints and graphics for kids’ sleepwear.
• Use Illustrator and Photoshop to execute layouts, repeats, and create presentations for internal reviews and milestone meetings.
• Assist in filling sketches with prints and graphics in Illustrator.
• Work closely with the Design team to manage deadlines and deliver artwork and updates on time.
• Stay informed about current trends in kids print and graphic design for inspiration.
• Ensure artwork is factory-ready and properly set up for production and keep files up to date in PLM.
• Create packaging layouts for any new hangtags and internal labels when needed.
• Review print and graphic strike offs for color and design comments.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Show attention to detail, organization, and follow-through in day-to-day tasks.
• Eager to learn and open to helping the team where needed.

Application Requirements

Along with your resume, please submit your portfolio and/or website to highlight your work.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 1–3 years of design experience, preferably in sleepwear, intimates, or loungewear.
• Working knowledge of fabrics, including knits, wovens, and trims commonly used in sleepwear.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs.
• Strong sketching, CAD, and presentation skills.
• Basic understanding of garment construction and technical design processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Passion for fashion with a strong eye for trend and detail.

Onsite Work Schedule

5 days a week in the office

New York Pay Rate $53,000.00 - $65,000.00

We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.

Company Overview

Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.

Diversity Vision Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.