Associate Designer – Boys' Apparel

Description

The Associate Designer, Boy’s Apparel will support the seasonal design and development process for infant, toddler, and kids’ categories including sportswear (casual playwear), activewear, layette, swimwear, and outerwear. Working under the direction of the Senior Designer, this role contributes to the execution of brand-right and market-relevant assortments for key retail accounts.

The ideal candidate has a strong sense of style, solid technical ability, and is passionate about the boys’ market—from core staples to fashion-forward pieces. This is a collaborative, fast-paced role that requires excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Categories: Boys - infant + toddler; sportswear (daily casual play wear), layette, activewear and seasonal (swim + outerwear)

Responsibilities

Design/Product:

• Design styles for boys’ apparel in partnership with the Senior Designer. 
• Create detailed flat sketches, technical packages, and colorways across categories. 
• Assist in identifying emerging trends, seasonal themes, and new product concepts that align with brand and retail partner direction. 
• Own and manage assigned product categories from concept to execution with Senior Designer oversight. 
• Translate competitive and market research into actionable design ideas.
• Maintain accuracy across all tech packs, trims, and artworks. 
• Participate in fit sessions, manage sample corrections, and assist in approvals and revisions. 
• Create and distribute seasonal color cards to vendors and showrooms. 
• Organize and manage store samples, fabric swatches, and team folders.

Cross-Functional Partnerships:

• Collaborate with Merchandising and Sales to ensure product aligns with style plans and client needs. 
• Partner with overseas vendors to manage timely product development and sampling. 
• Work closely with the Technical Design team to ensure proper construction and fit.
• Participate in market research and competitive shopping to inform seasonal strategy.

Requirements

• Degree in Fashion or Apparel Design. 
• 3–5 years of experience in children’s wear; boys’ apparel experience strongly preferred. 
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. 
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and trims. 
• Excellent eye for style and market-relevant trends in the boys’ segment. 
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to problem-solve. 
• Effective verbal and written communicator. 
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Hybrid Work Schedule

4 days a week in the office, Fridays' work from home

New York Pay Rate $53,000 - $65,000

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.

Company Overview

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.

Diversity Vision Statement

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.