About this opportunity
Gretchen Scott Designs lists this Assistant Fashion Designer - Women's Clothing Company opportunity in pelham, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ASSISTANT DESIGNER
Pelham, NY | Full-Time | Strictly In-House
Westchester-based women’s fashion design company is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Assistant Designer to support our Head Designer and dynamic design team. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical design skills, a creative eye, and experience in women’s apparel design.
This is a strictly in-house position based in Pelham, NY. Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite full-time. Please review commute requirements before applying.
Responsibilities:
Execute on-brand Fashion CADs and design concepts
Create print patterns in Illustrator utilizing up to 15 colors
Draw CAD bodies in Illustrator and work efficiently in layers
Create and edit seasonal linesheets
Assist with embroidery layout and design
Support fittings, take detailed notes, and assist in product development
Collaborate closely with the Head Designer and design team on seasonal collections
Maintain accuracy, organization, and attention to detail across all projects
Qualifications:
5-10 years of women’s apparel experience required
Strong knowledge of garment construction and product development
Technical knowledge of FDS sheets
Advanced Adobe Illustrator skills required
Experience creating prints, CADs, and technical design work
Knowledge of embroidery layouts and design
Full proficiency with both Apple and PC platforms
Strong graphic and organizational skills
Must be proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Interview Process:
Candidates will be asked to complete a design exercise during the interview process using a garment and print provided by the company.
Requirements:
Portfolio of designs and tech packs must be submitted with application
Must be able to work onsite in Pelham, NY
This position is strictly in-house — no exceptions
Schedule & Benefits:
Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match
Two weeks vacation plus 5 PTO days
Free Parking
Worksite address
pelham, NY, 10803, US
Who can apply
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