New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$55k–$75k/yr
Description The Associate Designer, Dresses, will design on-trend dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers across knits and wovens while managing line plans for in-house and private label accounts. The role involves creating tech…
Skills: Adobe Illustrator, Tech pack creation, Apparel design, Fabric sourcing, Trim approval
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Description We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Production Coordinator with strong production expertise, preferably in kids’ apparel, to join our team. This role will play a key part in managing th…
Skills: Production coordination, Kids' apparel, Private label, Time and action calendars, WIP reports
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$70k–$90k/yr
Description We are seeking a talented and motivated Designer for Sweaters to join our growing design team focused on the Junior women's market. This role will support the seasonal development of trend-forward sweater col…
Skills: Sweater construction, Knitwear design, Adobe Illustrator, Tech pack creation, PLM systems
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$50k–$65k/yr
Description The Sales Assistant plays a key role in supporting their sales manager by managing order execution, maintaining accurate product and order data, and coordinating communication across internal departments and …
Skills: Order Management, Wholesale Apparel, Merchandising, Production Coordination, Microsoft Excel
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$55k–$60k/yr
Description The Assistant Designer will support the Design team in developing trend-right, commercially successful boys' apparel collections that align with the brand's aesthetic and customer expectations. This role assi…
Skills: Adobe Illustrator, Tech packs, Garment construction, Fashion design, Trend research
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$55k–$60k/yr
Description The Assistant Designer will support the Design team in developing trend-right, commercially successful girls' apparel collections that align with the brand's aesthetic and customer expectations. This role ass…
Skills: Adobe Illustrator, Tech Packs, Garment Construction, Fashion Design, CADs
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$52k–$60k/yr
Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Tech Pack Designer Assistant to join our dynamic Childrenswear Apparel team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating comprehensive tech packs that serve as essent…
Skills: Tech pack creation, Garment construction, Adobe Illustrator, PLM, Photoshop
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$57k–$75k/yr
Description The Technical Designer for Childrenswear plays a critical part in the garment development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality standards, fit consistency, and brand integrity from concept through production. The …
Skills: Technical design, Garment construction, Tech packs, Fit sessions, Adobe Illustrator
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$63k–$75k/yr
Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Associate Technical Designer to support the development of children's apparel. This role partners with Technical Design, Design and overseas vendors to create and maintain dev…
Skills: Technical Design, Garment Construction, Patternmaking, Fit Standards, Tech Packs
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$80k–$115k/yr
Description We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Apparel Designer to join our team and partner closely with the Design Director in developing trend-driven, commercially successful Juniors’ ready-to-wear colle…
Skills: Apparel Design, Adobe Illustrator, Trend Research, Garment Construction, Technical Packages
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$85k–$100k/yr
Description The Designer will focus on our clients' retailers, moderate priced department stores and off-price retailers (TJXX, Burlington, Ross). Design organization to develop seasonal product that drives growth & adhe…
Skills: Technical Design, Product Development, Adobe Illustrator, PLM, Tech Pack Creation
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$80k–$115k/yr
Description The Senior Designer will focus on developing seasonal product that drives growth & adheres to the brand’s DNA. The Senior/Designer will manage product development from initial concept through production phase…
Skills: Technical Design, Product Development, Adobe Illustrator, PLM, Tech Pack Creation
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$70k–$90k/yr
Description We are seeking a creative and technically skilled Missy Sweater Designer to join our growing design team. This individual will play a key role in developing fashion-forward sweater collections for the Missy a…
Skills: Sweater Design, Knitwear Construction, Adobe Illustrator, PLM Systems, Tech Pack Creation
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$100k–$150k/yr
Description We are seeking a highly practical, hands-on leader to drive AI adoption across our business. This role sits at the intersection of Design, Merchandising, Finance, and Operations — acting as the internal chang…
Skills: AI Implementation, Workflow Automation, Prompt Engineering, Cross-functional Leadership, Python
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$70k–$90k/yr
Description We are seeking a talented and motivated Designer for Sweaters to join our growing design team focused on the Junior women's market. This role will support the seasonal development of trend-forward sweater col…
Skills: Sweater Construction, Adobe Illustrator, PLM Systems, Technical Design Packages, Trend Research
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$75k–$100k/yr
Description We are seeking a highly organized, strategic, and process-driven Manager, Design Operations to support our growing design organization. This role serves as the operational bridge between Design, Product Devel…
Skills: Design operations, Product development, Tech pack management, Sourcing, Production management
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The Associate Designer will create on-trend dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers while managing line plans and tech packs for private label accounts. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure collections meet brand strategies, cost efficiencies, and production timelines.
Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in a designer role specializing in the women's junior market. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and a strong understanding of fabric, trims, and garment construction are required.
Description
The Associate Designer, Dresses, will design on-trend dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers across knits and wovens while managing line plans for in-house and private label accounts. The role involves creating tech packs, approving fabric and trims, coordinating with overseas offices, and staying attuned to market trends to inspire fresh, commercially viable designs. Collaborating closely with merchandisers, design directors, and fabric teams, the designer ensures collections align with brand strategies, timelines, and cost efficiencies.
Design & Product Development
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Requirements
Please submit your technical black and white sketches using Adobe Illustrator via the documents tab when applying
4 days a week in the office, Fridays' work from home
We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.
Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Anchored in integrity, driven by progress.
Since 1975, Golden Touch has been a trusted manufacturer and wholesaler, turning emerging trends into quality apparel for leading retailers. We develop both private label and national brand collections, combining thoughtful design, reliable production, and a clear understanding of the market. Our distribution strategy is multi tiered; shipping to retail stores, club businesses, and department stores.
Offices: 500 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018, US
Anchored in integrity, driven by progress.
Since 1975, Golden Touch has been a trusted manufacturer and wholesaler, turning emerging trends into quality apparel for leading retailers. We develop both private label and national brand collections, combining thoughtful design, reliable production, and a clear understanding of the market. Our distribution strategy is multi tiered; shipping to retail stores, club businesses, and department stores.
Offices: 500 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018, US
