218214 - Designer

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Designer for a hybrid contract opportunity in New York, NY.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 1–3 years of experience in an apparel design or product development role (internships included)
• Apparel industry experience strongly preferred
• Portfolio required
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; PLM experience a plus
• Strong sketching, illustration, and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and fit
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Personal Attributes
• Passion for fashion and product development
• Proactive, eager to learn, and receptive to feedback
• Team-oriented with a positive, collaborative attitude
• Ability to balance creativity with structure, deadlines, and execution

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the development of seasonal concepts, color palettes, prints, and silhouettes in alignment with brand direction
• Create and update technical sketches and flats using Adobe Illustrator
• Assist with fabric, trim, and color selection in partnership with senior designers
• Contribute to mood boards, concept decks, line reviews, and seasonal presentations
• Conduct trend, market, and competitive research using digital platforms (e.g., TikTok, Instagram, WGSN, Miro)
• Product Development
• Create, update, and maintain accurate tech packs, including measurements, construction details, and design comments
• Support fit sessions by taking detailed notes, tracking revisions, and following up on changes
• Track product updates and changes throughout the development lifecycle to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Merchandising, Technical Design, and •Production to ensure design intent is clearly communicated and executed

• Communicate with overseas vendors and factories as directed, supporting development and timeline needs
• Assist in managing seasonal calendars and meeting key development milestones
• Administrative & Operational Support
• Organize and maintain design files, reference libraries, and seasonal boards
• Update line plans, BOMs, PLM systems, and internal tracking documents
• Support market preparation, adoption meetings, and seasonal milestones

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and transport garment samples and sample boxes
• Ability to attend fittings, reviews, and seasonal meetings

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Accredited Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred

WORK HOURS:

• Full-Time HYB