Associate Designer

SWIM USA is the premiere designer and manufacturer of women's swimwear located in NY, NY. We are 84 years young and seeking a creative and dynamic Associate Designer to join our team.Job Summary

Support design team in development of elevated yet market appropriate swim and beachwear assortment for a leading global fashion brandPrimary Duties and Responsibilitie

Create product based on specific internal and external customer requirements

Use illustrator and photo shop to create cads with color and print dropped in

Keep working line lists updated based on meetings

Responsible for YPLM design owned functions

Review and comment on product development needs (Lab dips, strike offs, trims, visual appearance & fit of styles

Create selling tools-presentation boards, line sheets and other tools needed or requested

Follow a Time and Action calendar. Keep organized design notes and keep clear communication

Create sketches for development

Design embellishments and hardware and follow through with final approvals with the factory

Participate in development of prints working with design and print team

Participate in fittings and offer up comments and suggestions

Organize strike offs for easy reference when needed

Shop marketplace for trends and ideas

All other duties as assigned by the Design Director

Qualifications/Requirements

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent OR Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related fieldsExperience:

Minimum 1-4 years as Assistant DesignerSkills:

Strong sketching and illustration ability-fluent in Illustrator, experience in Photoshop

Fluent in YPLM systems

InDesign a plus, working knowledge of Excel and 3D design

Strong fashion and color print sense

Must have clear communication, strong organizational skills, good judgement, etc.

Must be a team player, reliable, and possess high quality of work

Physical Demands:

Must be able to stand, sit, and walk 8 hours/dayNote:

Manager reserves the right to modify job description base on business needs