Mens Design Associate Full Time

About the Role:

As part of the mens design team, the Mens Associate Designer position will be tasked with blending aesthetic vision and consumer insights to develop innovative and market-relevant apparel. By interpreting seasonal trends, refining silhouettes and fits, and selecting quality materials, this role ensures each piece resonates with the brand’s identity and the target audience’s lifestyle. Collaborating closely with merchandising, development, and production teams, the Men’s Associate Designer helps bring concepts from initial sketch to finished product, contributing to a collection that drives both brand differentiation and commercial success.

Key Duties:

Design Development:

• Create designs for mens apparel, including sketches, CADs, and tech packs based on leadership direction.
• Collaborate with the Design Manager to ensure collections align with brand vision and seasonal direction.
• Techpack and review trim development

Fabric & Trim Selection:

• Work with Development to source and select appropriate fabrics, trims, and materials to achieve the desired look, feel, and functionality.

Prototyping & Fit:

• Work with development and tech design teams to create prototypes and conduct fit sessions.
• Make revisions to designs based on fit and construction feedback.

Trend Research:

• Stay informed on market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive products to inspire innovative designs.
• Conduct basic trend research and competitive shop reports to support seasonal concepts.
• Contribute inspiration pull and assist with mood board development

Collaboration:

• Partner with Design Manager and Art Director to incorporate prints, logos, and embellishments into designs.
• Ensure work is completed within key calendar deadlines and meets margin requirements

Skills:

• Strong design and research skills, with a keen eye for fit, proportion, color, and fabrication.
• Understanding of men’s fashion trends, consumer preferences, and competitive analysis.
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop) and familiarity with CAD tools.
• Ability to create detailed tech packs and collaborate with product development teams.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in apparel design, preferably in men’s categories.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design aesthetic and understanding of men’s apparel.

Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000

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