Associate Designer, Women's Woven Tops

Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized leader in the apparel industry, a company renowned for its innovative approach to fashion and commitment to creating compelling, customer-focused products. This organization is at the forefront of shaping trends and delivering quality apparel to a diverse customer base.

Are you an emerging design talent with a passion for bringing fashion concepts to life? We're seeking an Associate Designer to join a dynamic team dedicated to women's woven tops. In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in shaping seasonal collections, translating global trends into wearable, impactful designs that resonate with customers. This is an incredible opportunity to make your mark, contributing directly to the aesthetic and commercial success of upcoming apparel lines.

What You'll Do

• Research global fashion trends, silhouettes, fabrics, and competitive landscape to inform seasonal direction
• Assist in creating design concepts, sketches, and product ideas for women's woven tops
• Support the development process from concept through production, ensuring alignment with brand vision
• Partner with cross-functional teams including merchandising, production, and technical design to execute product
• Help create and update tech packs, ensuring accurate communication of design intent
• Participate in fit sessions and support revisions based on feedback and priorities
• Prepare presentation boards and materials for seasonal reviews
• Track development timelines and manage multiple seasons simultaneously
• Identify inconsistencies in product or process and proactively raise issues

What You Bring

• 1-3+ years of experience in apparel design, preferably in women's wear or woven categories
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and fabrication
• Ability to translate trends into commercial, customer-relevant designs
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and openness to feedback

Nice to Have

• Experience with trend research and market analysis
• Familiarity with product lifecycle or PLM systems
• Background in retail, lifestyle, or contemporary fashion brands
• Degree in Fashion Design or related field

Your Qualities for Success

• Creative with a strong eye for style, color, and detail
• Highly collaborative and team-oriented
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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