Associate Sweater Designer
SMM Fashion
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About UsOur company is a dynamic and innovative fashion brand dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and creativity. We are passionate about delivering unique, high-quality fashion that resonates with modern consumers.
As a growing company, we offer a collaborative work environment where creativity and innovation thrive. Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for an Associate Designer located in New York, NY. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented designer with a strong foundation in women’s apparel, particularly in sweaters. The Associate Designer will support the Senior Designer across all stages of the design process—from concept development and CAD creation to sample tracking and final production handoff.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and passionate about design, with a strong eye for color, proportion, and fabric. Responsibilities
Create Technical Packs (TPs) from start to finish
Create and update CAD sketches, line sheets, and presentation boards. Design and develop seasonal women’s sweater collections, with additional support across cut & sew categories. Maintain seasonal line sheets, presentation boards, yarn libraries, knit-downs, trims, and development samples.
Create detailed CA Ds and technical packages from concept through production handoff. Develop sweater concepts including stitch structures, gauges, yarn qualities, patterns, colorways, and design details. Research seasonal sweater trends, yarn developments, stitches, textures, silhouettes, and color direction.
Work closely with overseas vendors/factories on yarn, knit-down, sample, and development requests. Review development samples and participate in fittings, communicating design comments and revisions. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field. Minimum 4 years of professional experience in women’s apparel design, with demonstrated experience in sweater/knitwear design and development. Strong knowledge of yarns, k