Job Description
We’re seeking a Freelance Associate Fashion Designer to support the development of stylish, wearable collections from concept through execution. This role is ideal for a hands-on designer who thrives in a fast-paced, trend-driven, e-commerce-focused environment and has a strong eye for design, fit, and construction.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Research seasonal trends and translate them into fresh, brand-right designs
- Create digital and hand sketches, technical flats, and detailed tech packs
- Support style development from concept through final sample approval
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and overseas vendors to ensure design intent and product quality
- Participate in fittings, provide fit and construction feedback, and document revisions
- Assist with fabric, trim, closure, and finish selection
- Occasionally develop custom CADs or prints
- Organize and manage incoming samples, specs, and fit notes
- Support technical design updates including garment specs and construction details
- Ensure collections are visually strong, commercially viable, and optimized for digital presentation
- Maintain brand consistency while supporting innovation in design and construction
Categories Include (You don’t need to have experience with all categories)
- Wedding / Evening Wear (Intricate Dress Design)
- Sweater Knits
- Crochet Knits
- Outerwear
- Suits
Qualifications
- 2+ years of fashion design experience, ideally within an e-commerce or digital-first brand
- Degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
- Experience with CAD software and PLM systems is a plus
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and fabric properties
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Detail-oriented with strong color sense, style, and commercial awareness
- Adaptable, proactive, and solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment
