What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Fashion Designer position at Gretchen Scott Designs?
ASSISTANT DESIGNER
Pelham, NY | Full-Time | Strictly In-House
Westchester-based women’s fashion design company is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Assistant Designer to support our Head Designer and dynamic design team. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical design skills, a creative eye, and experience in women’s apparel design.
This is a strictly in-house position based in Pelham, NY. Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite full-time. Please review commute requirements before applying.
Responsibilities:
- Execute on-brand Fashion CADs and design concepts
- Create print patterns in Illustrator utilizing up to 15 colors
- Draw CAD bodies in Illustrator and work efficiently in layers
- Create and edit seasonal linesheets
- Assist with embroidery layout and design
- Support fittings, take detailed notes, and assist in product development
- Collaborate closely with the Head Designer and design team on seasonal collections
- Maintain accuracy, organization, and attention to detail across all projects
Qualifications:
- 5-10 years of women’s apparel experience required
- Strong knowledge of garment construction and product development
- Technical knowledge of FDS sheets
- Advanced Adobe Illustrator skills required
- Experience creating prints, CADs, and technical design work
- Knowledge of embroidery layouts and design
- Full proficiency with both Apple and PC platforms
- Strong graphic and organizational skills
- Must be proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Interview Process:
Candidates will be asked to complete a design exercise during the interview process using a garment and print provided by the company.
Requirements:
- Portfolio of designs and tech packs must be submitted with application
- Must be able to work onsite in Pelham, NY
- This position is strictly in-house — no exceptions
Schedule & Benefits:
- Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match
- Two weeks vacation plus 5 PTO days