Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

SWIM USA is the premiere designer and manufacturer of women's swimwear located in New York City. We are currently seeking a dynamic Assistant Designer to join our team.

Job Summary

Support design team in development of elevated yet market appropriate swim and beachwear assortment for a leading global fashion brand with a focus on YPLM support.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for YPLM design owned functions
• Use illustrator and photo shop to create cads with color and print dropped in
• Keep working line lists updated based on meetings
• Support design team in review and comment on product development needs (Lab dips, strike offs, trims, visual appearance & fit of styles

• Follow a Time and Action calendar. Keep organized design notes and keep clear communication
• Execute technical sketches for embellishments and hardware
• Participate in development of prints working with design and print team
• Participate in fittings and offer up comments and suggestions
• Organize strike offs for easy reference when needed
• All other duties as assigned by the Design team

Qualifications/Requirements

Education: High School diploma or equivalent OR Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related fields

Experience: Minimum 1-3 years as Assistant Designer

Skills:

• Strong sketching and illustration ability-fluent in Illustrator, experience in Photoshop
• Fluent in YPLM systems
• InDesign a plus, working knowledge of Excel and 3D design
• Must have clear communication, strong organizational skills, good judgement, etc.
• Must be a team player, reliable, and possess high quality of work

Physical Demands: Must be able to stand, sit, and walk 8 hours/day

Note: Manager reserves the right to modify job description base on business needs

Working Conditions: Hybrid; 3 days in office per week is required.

Travel: N/A

SWIM USA is an EOE

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