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Our client, a leading intimates and apparel brand, is seeking a Freelance Assistant Designer, Intimates to support the New York design team.
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📋 About the job
Our client, a leading intimates and apparel brand, is seeking a Freelance Assistant Designer, Intimates to support the New York design team. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level designer with a strong fashion eye, exceptional Adobe Illustrator skills, and a passion for lingerie design to gain hands-on experience across the product development lifecycle.The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of lingerie construction, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A positive attitude, adaptability, strong organizational skills, and openness to feedback are essential for success.
🔹Hourly pay rate $30.00-$35.00 based on experience
🔹Location: NYC hybrid, 3 days onsite
🔹Duration: 6 months opportunity to extend
✅Responsibilities
✅Support the design team in developing brand-right, commercially viable intimate apparel collections
✅Create technical CADs, flat sketches, line sheets, and presentation materials using Adobe Illustrator
✅Assist with tech pack development and accurate construction specifications
✅Build and maintain the sample room, ensuring organization and efficiency throughout the development process
✅Coordinate product samples, prototypes, and development tracking to meet key deadlines
✅Participate in fittings and collaborate with Technical Design on garment execution and fit improvements
✅Conduct trend, market, and competitor research to support seasonal design concepts
✅Create mood boards, concept presentations, and inspirational research materials
✅Communicate development updates with internal cross-functional partners and vendors
✅Support milestone meetings, presentations, and seasonal line reviews
✅Adapt designs and development materials based on feedback and evolving business needs
🎓Required Qualifications
🔹Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience
🔹Entry-level experience within apparel design, internships included
🔹Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Microsoft Office
🔹Experience creating technical CADs, lace patterns, fabric textures, and color CADs
🔹Understanding of lingerie construction, intimate apparel fit, and garment development
🔹Knowledge of tech pack creation and product development processes
🔹Strong organizational and time-management skills
🔹Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively