Solomon Page
Associate Designer Women's / Men's Contemporary Apparel
Solomon Page, New York, New York, us, 10261
Associate Designer Women's / Men's Contemporary Apparel
We are working on a few Associate Design roles with a top apparel company based in Downtown LA. There are jobs covering men’s and women’s denim, and another for men’s and women’s sportswear for a contemporary, better brand. These roles focus on products sold to off‑price channels. You will work with Product Development and Design, supporting seasonal design and development for denim and ready‑to‑wear for both women’s and men’s categories. The position is hybrid, with a schedule in the LA office.
Responsibilities
Play a key supporting role in the seasonal design and development process for denim and ready‑to‑wear for women’s and men’s categories.
Help bring styles to life—from concept to final product—through trend research, sketching, sample development, and collaboration across cross‑functional teams.
Support the seasonal design development from concept to delivery by creating and executing original, trend‑appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales.
Strategy & Innovation
Research and identify brand‑right seasonal trends and concepts.
Support execution of seasonal design within the context of the overall assortment, cost and vendor strategy.
Product Design & Development
Create flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator for garments including jeans, jackets, skirts, shorts, shirts, and sweaters for women’s and men’s categories.
Prepare tech packs, update spec sheets, and maintain accurate product records in PLM or shared drives.
Support fabric, trim selection, wash development, and sample tracking.
Attend fittings and assist with fit notes for development and production.
Operations & Execution
Maintain design libraries, sample archives, and organizational tools.
Track development milestones to ensure on‑time sample delivery.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners in technical design, production, and merchandising.
Relationships & Communication
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
Support follow‑up on sample status, fabric/lab dip/knit down approvals.
Support denim wash approvals and communication to vendors for denim role.
Assist in maintaining denim wash standard library for denim role.
Work closely with the Senior Manager of Product Development and Design to ensure design execution aligns with brand and business goals.
Team Contribution
Bring a collaborative, solutions‑oriented attitude to the team.
Take initiative to learn and manage up when appropriate.
Stay organized, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
Assist in preparation for key allocation meetings, including preparing samples and supporting documents.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
3‑4 years of experience in apparel design; denim experience preferred and/or sportswear experience based on role.
Strong sketching ability and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (Mac environment).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) to maintain WIP reports.
Comprehensive understanding of garment construction, wash processes, and fabric behavior (especially denim).
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers.
About Solomon Page Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The company focuses on providing customized solutions and building long‑term relationships based on trust, respect, and consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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Responsibilities
Play a key supporting role in the seasonal design and development process for denim and ready‑to‑wear for women’s and men’s categories.
Help bring styles to life—from concept to final product—through trend research, sketching, sample development, and collaboration across cross‑functional teams.
Support the seasonal design development from concept to delivery by creating and executing original, trend‑appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales.
Strategy & Innovation
Research and identify brand‑right seasonal trends and concepts.
Support execution of seasonal design within the context of the overall assortment, cost and vendor strategy.
Product Design & Development
Create flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator for garments including jeans, jackets, skirts, shorts, shirts, and sweaters for women’s and men’s categories.
Prepare tech packs, update spec sheets, and maintain accurate product records in PLM or shared drives.
Support fabric, trim selection, wash development, and sample tracking.
Attend fittings and assist with fit notes for development and production.
Operations & Execution
Maintain design libraries, sample archives, and organizational tools.
Track development milestones to ensure on‑time sample delivery.
Collaborate with cross‑functional partners in technical design, production, and merchandising.
Relationships & Communication
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
Support follow‑up on sample status, fabric/lab dip/knit down approvals.
Support denim wash approvals and communication to vendors for denim role.
Assist in maintaining denim wash standard library for denim role.
Work closely with the Senior Manager of Product Development and Design to ensure design execution aligns with brand and business goals.
Team Contribution
Bring a collaborative, solutions‑oriented attitude to the team.
Take initiative to learn and manage up when appropriate.
Stay organized, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
Assist in preparation for key allocation meetings, including preparing samples and supporting documents.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
3‑4 years of experience in apparel design; denim experience preferred and/or sportswear experience based on role.
Strong sketching ability and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (Mac environment).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) to maintain WIP reports.
Comprehensive understanding of garment construction, wash processes, and fabric behavior (especially denim).
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers.
About Solomon Page Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The company focuses on providing customized solutions and building long‑term relationships based on trust, respect, and consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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