Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.

Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.

Target Resume Now

About the Role

Perry Ellis is seeking an Associate Designer to join the New York Women’s Design team, working across our Rafaella and Laundry by Shelli Segal brands. The Associate Women's Designer will be responsible for administration and flow of product design process to include preparation of technical packages and seasonal presentation boards, understanding of PDM process, and email correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Execute accurate flat sketches (Adobe Illustrator) and tech packs across multiple product categories within calendar timelines.
• Conduct store, runway, and trend research to supplement seasonal inspiration decks.
• Transform design inspirations into commercial, trend-right products that meet brand aesthetics and cost parameters.
• Partner with Technical Design, Merchandising, overseas offices, and vendors to streamline communication and ensure on-time delivery.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in fashion design (experience working with multiple brands or high-volume corporate retail accounts is a plus).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating fashion sketching, comprehensive tech packs, and trend presentation decks.

Skills

• Strong eye for trend, color, silhouette, and detail.
• Ability to translate inspiration into commercially viable product concepts through the lens of the customer and brand filter.
• Basic knowledge of garment construction, fabrications, trim detailing, and creating production-ready tech packs.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to identify creative or process solutions independently.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills.
• Ability to confidently communicate with external vendors and serve as a central point of contact.
• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (for CADs and sketching).
• High proficiency in Google Workspace (specifically Google Slides for presentation formatting).

Location

• New York

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Associate

Education Level

• Bachelor's Degree

Salary/Compensations

• $65,000 - $75,000

Benefits

• Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match
• Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Full schedule of paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• 24/7 personal support via Member Assistance Program (MAP)
• Associate Clothing Discounts

About the Company

• Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands.
• The Company owns and licenses nationally and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®.
• The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

Equal Opportunity

• Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics.
• We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
• This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.