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Associate Fashion Designer - Juniors Tops/Bottoms

japnaBrooklyn, NY

yesterday

Occupations

Fashion DesignersDesigners, All OtherGraphic Designers

Industries

Cut and Sew Apparel ManufacturingClothing and Clothing Accessories Merchant WholesalersOther Specialized Design Services

$60,000-$85,000

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Company Description: Established in 2005, Japna Inc. is a trusted manufacturer and distributor of women’s, juniors, and kids’ fashion apparel, offering trend-driven collections in dresses, sportswear, and sleepwear. We partner with leading mass market retailers to deliver high-quality, affordable fashion that meets the demands of a constantly evolving industry. With a strong focus on innovation, print development, and rapid turnaround, Japna combines creative design with dependable production. Our in-house capabilities and flexible supply chain allow us to stay ahead of seasonal trends while supporting our retail partners with fashion-forward assortments.
Role Description: This is a full-time on-site role for an Associate Fashion Designer, located in Midtown Manhattan. The Associate Fashion Designer will be assisting the Senior Fashion Designer with translating creative visions into practical designs and ensuring that the products align with brand aesthetic, quality standards and customer preferences. This posting is for an opening in the Juniors Separates & Sets Division and the ideal candidate will have 3-5 years design experience in juniors/childrenswear categories. Qualifications/Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design OR Equivalent Experience At least 3-5 years of design experience Technical SkillsHighly proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Proficient in Microsoft Suite Previous use of PLM systems (Preferred)
Requirements:
  • Possess a strong sense of color/print with the ability to interpret specific color palettes/prints and patterns
  • Able to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment and adjust shifting priorities
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Able to travel if required to conduct market research and/or client meetings
Job Responsibilities:
  • Participate in research and report on industry trend, & color direction, and fabric innovations that can relate to the company’s target customer while supporting senior designers
  • Present ideas through sketching, presentation boards, design development and details that reflect brand identity
  • Utilize Adobe Illustrator for flats, and technical sketches
  • Recolor prints using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Prepare tech packs and BOMsReview and comment on lab dips, and strike-offs
  • Communicate with buyers, and overseas vendors
  • Tag, document, photograph, and organize sample line pictures
  • Sample management (FIT/PP/TOP Samples)
  • Attend fit session with Tech Design throughout the season
  • Responsible for achieving all calendar deadlines for design
Pay$60,000-$85,000
Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Federal Holidays
  • Summer Fridays 401(k) Retirement PlanLunch Sponsored 1x/week
  • Discretionary Year End Bonus
  • ScheduleMonday to Friday 9am-6pmMust provide digital portfolio of work

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$60,000-$85,000

Experience level

Senior

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Occupation

Fashion Designers

Industry

Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing

Posted

yesterday

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