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Work Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Sponsorship is not available for this position. About the Role We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Girls' Swimwear Assistant Designer to join a dynamic Design team. This role will support the execution and development of seasonal girls' swimwear collections, including fabrications, colors, prints, trims, and product details. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in girls' fashion and swimwear, excellent organizational skills, strong sketching and CAD abilities, and a collaborative, can-do attitude. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, cross-functional product development environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with the development and execution of seasonal girls' swimwear collections while maintaining brand identity. Support the preparation of design specification sheets, sketches, pitch sheets, trim sheets, and other design materials. Create presentation boards featuring fabrics, color, flats, figure sketches, and other seasonal concepts. Assist with the setup and preparation of design presentations. Participate in line assortment development and line presentations to help create a cohesive and compelling collection. Research seasonal fashion trends, color direction, prints, patterns, trims, merchandise trends, competitive markets, and customer needs. Assist with the research and development of trims, prints, and patterns. Attend style fittings and cross-functional team meetings as needed and document notes and follow-up items. Maintain product development logs, line sheets, presentation boards, design archives, and sample organization. Organize and manage inspiration and development samples. Update and maintain tech packs and product development information using PLM systems. Collaborate effectively with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Technical Design, and other cross-functional teams. Track development and production issues and follow up on outstanding items. Adhere to cross-functional calendars and meet deadlines established by the Design Director. Communicate professionally and effectively in individual and group settings. Take on additional projects and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent experience. 0–2 years of design experience, with a strong interest in swimwear. Strong creative skills and enthusiasm for girls' fashion. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator . Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Strong hand-sketching and fashion illustration skills. Ability to identify and interpret color, fashion, and market trends. Knowledge of design specifications, including draping, pattern making, sewing, and CAD software. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Collaborative team player who works well in a fast-paced environment. Ability to receive direction and feedback with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude. Browzwear and YPLM/PLM experience preferred, but not required. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will be a highly organized, curious, and motivated designer who is eager to learn and take on increasing responsibility. A strong interest in girls' fashion, swimwear, and the product development process is highly valued. Work Environment: Hybrid, with 3 days in the New York City office #J-18808-Ljbffr

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