Company Overview
Wiesner Products Inc. was established in 1971 and had been a fast-growing company with a strong portfolio of consumer-focused products within 25 different categories. For more details on the company profile, please visit www.wpiny.com.
Position Summary
The Assistant Designer supports the Head Designer in the development and execution of seasonal men's apparel collections from concept through production. This role requires a highly organized, creative, detail-oriented, self-motivated professional who embraces AI-driven design tools and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Designer throughout the seasonal design and product development process.
- Utilize AI design tools for concept generation, trend research, CAD development, color exploration, and presentation boards.
- Create and update technical CADs, colorways, and presentation materials.
- Develop and maintain Technical Packages (TPs) with complete design specifications, measurements, artwork, trims, and construction details.
- Partner with the Head Designer and Creative Director to ensure all Technical Packages (TPs) are completed accurately and on time according to seasonal calendars and key development milestones.
- Follow up with overseas factories and vendors regarding development samples, timelines, and outstanding requests.
- Track development samples from request through receipt and communicate status updates.
- Conduct market research, competitive shopping, and regular store visits, reporting findings to the Head Designer.
- Maintain showroom organization, sample logging, inventory, and sample libraries.
- Coordinate fit sample logging and passing with Technical Design Team.
- Assist with fittings and line presentations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
- 2–3 years of apparel design experience, preferably in men's apparel.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience using AI-powered design tools.
- Experience creating and managing Technical Packages (TPs).
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and product development.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Experience communicating with overseas factories.
- Self-motivated, proactive self-starter able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects, anticipate team needs, and take ownership from concept through completion.
Work schedule (in-person / hybrid)
4 Days a week : In-person (9am-5pm)
1 Day : Work from home option (9am-5pm)
Salary Range: $60,000 to $70,000 (Annual)
Application Instructions:Please mention your portfolio link in the resume or submit your recent work samples when applying. Thank You!
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you live in the Tristate area? (NYC residents preferred)
Education:
Experience:
- Men's apparel design: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10018 (Required)
Work Location: In person
