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

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