Associate Designer, Kid's Apparel (Newborn - 6x)

The Associate Designer will support the design and development of trend-driven children’s apparel (sizes newborn - 6x), helping to bring brand-right, commercially viable product to market. This role assists with the full design lifecycle—from concept research and sketching through sample development—while partnering closely with senior designers and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate brings strong creativity, solid technical skills, and a keen eye for trends within the children’s market.

As a key collaborator with Sales, Merchandising, Technical Design, and Production, the Associate Designer will help maintain design accuracy, track sample progress, and ensure that all deliverables meet brand standards and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Design & Product Development

• Assist in the design and development of seasonal collections in sizes newborn - 6x, ensuring alignment with brand direction and account needs.
• Create flat sketches, colorways, and detailed technical packages under the guidance of senior design leadership.
• Support the development of compelling assortments based on style plans, market research, and trend direction.
• Communicate daily with vendors to track samples, review execution, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Review samples and provide clear feedback regarding fit, construction, and quality in partnership with senior designers and Technical Design.
• Conduct trend, color, and competitive research to help inform seasonal concepts.
• Assist in preparing seasonal concept boards, fabric direction, and key silhouette presentations.
• Ensure all account-specific requirements are maintained throughout the design process.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Merchandising and Sales to ensure design updates support SKU plans and client needs.
• Work closely with Technical Design to support fit comments and overall product accuracy.
• Communicate product updates and design changes to Production Coordinators and overseas partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure assortments are on-brand and commercially sound.

Organization & Workflow

• Maintain organized sample racks, fabric/trim libraries, and digital design files.
• Support the creation and upkeep of tech pack archives and seasonal documentation.
• Contribute to a collaborative, detail-oriented, and fast-paced team environment.

Application Requirements

Please include your portfolio and/or website with your application to showcase your work.