Assistant Designer Job at Amerex Group LLC in New York

Company Description:

Amerex Group LLC is a leading manufacturer of outerwear and swimwear with design and manufacturing capabilities in various fabrics including fur, faux fur, wool, shearlings, nylons, and other synthetic materials. With divisions for Ladies, Men's, and Kids, Amerex provides a wide range of outerwear and swimwear for the whole family. The company continues to grow through strategic acquisitions, key licenses, and successful brand launches.

Job Overview – Assist the Designer(s) in creating/developing seasonal product for outerwear.

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Ability to create accurate flat sketches and design tech packs

· Shop stores and online for new trends. Search and preparation of color/trend reports for designers and sales/buyers.

· Shopping trade/fabric shows, collecting and developing new fabrics and trims.

· Exceptional multitasking abilities, with a high level of attention to detail and organization

· Steam and taking photos of garments.

· Prepare seasonal line sheets for all accounts.

· Order samples for accounts and/or advertising.

· Assist with photo shoots as needed.

· Attend fit sessions with models; Adjust tech packs as needed. Make correction comments on proto samples, when first received.

· Original artwork, graphics and trim development.

· A keen eye for color and the ability to provide feedback on fabric lab dips and strike-offs

· Daily communications with vendors and factories.

· Responsible for handling specs for garments.

Qualifications

· 1-3 years apparel design experience

· Proficiency in Excel, Word, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

· Reliable, hardworking, honest, and willing to help

· Strong ability to translate ideas through sketching

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Highly motivated

· Positive attitude

· Extremely organized

Submit resume and any relevant samples of your artwork or portfolio.