Associate Designer (Women's Apparel)

Company Overview

Wiesner Products was established in 1971 and has 48 years in the industry. A fast-growing company with a strong portfolio of consumer-focused products within 25 different categories.

Please visit our website www.wpiny.com for a detailed look into our business.

Position Summary

We are looking for someone who is energetic, resourceful, and excited to build great product. The ideal candidate is hardworking, curious, highly organized, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. They take initiative, embrace feedback, and are willing to jump in wherever needed to support the team and deliver exceptional results.

Location: New York, NY (Onsite)
Department: Design
Reports To: Design Director
Salary Range: $65,000–$75,000 (based on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing seasonal collections that align with brand vision, customer needs, and business objectives.
• Research market trends, competitive landscape, runway, and social media to identify new product opportunities.
• Create inspiration boards, color palettes, print direction, and seasonal concepts.
• Develop detailed Illustrator sketches, technical flats, and presentation boards.
• Prepare complete design packages for product development and overseas vendors.
• Partner with Production and Technical Design throughout sample development and fitting process.
• Review prototypes and communicate revisions to ensure design intent is maintained.
• Attend fittings and assist with design comments and approvals.
• Maintain accurate design files, seasonal line plans, and PLM documentation.
• Assist in preparing presentations for internal meetings and customer reviews.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting seasonal calendar deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 3–5 years of apparel design experience, preferably in women's sportswear, knits, wovens, or contemporary fashion.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrication, and wash techniques.
• Excellent trend awareness with a commercial design aesthetic.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; Photoshop and InDesign are a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience communicating with overseas factories and vendors is preferred.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Hardworking, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, while capable of working independently.
• Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused.
• Passionate about women's fashion with a strong commercial eye.
• Willing to roll up their sleeves and contribute wherever needed to help the team succeed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $65,000–$75,000
• Health, dental, vision, Aflac, Commuter programs
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Collaborative, creative work environment

We are looking for someone who is energetic, resourceful, and excited to build great product. The ideal candidate is hardworking, curious, highly organized, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. They take initiative, embrace feedback, and are willing to jump in wherever needed to support the team and deliver exceptional results.

Please apply ASAP and submit a link to your portfolio or work samples.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you live in the Tristate area? (NYC residents preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Apparel Design: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10018 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000