Company Overview
direcTEX, Inc. was founded in 1996 and has collaborated with numerous major national and international retailers over its extensive history. We are passionate about delivering exceptional design and merchandising services to our clients, fostering innovation and creativity in every project.
Job description
This position is for an Associate Knitwear Designer who will join the direcTEX team assigned to service a major national retail customer, primarily on their private label RTW and Kids brands.
This designer’s primary responsibilities will include:
· Support RTW and Kids designers through trend research, CAD sketching, and seasonal presentation development
· Contribute to design development needs for each assigned brand
· Must have knitwear development knowledge using yarns and stitches to create the right design intention
· Must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator CAD sketching
· Strong creative graphic skills for developing artwork, pattern motifs, and digital presentation layouts
· Flexibility to travel
· Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
· AI fluent (understand AI produce using command and fashion terminology)
· Detail oriented
While all candidates with apparel design experience will be considered, knowledge of and experience in knitwear design is preferred.
Candidates should be proficient in:
· Adobe Illustrator
· Adobe Photoshop
· Adobe InDesign
A familiarity with Microsoft Office and Procreate is a plus.
Bachelors Degree in Fashion Design or related field strongly preferred.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Remote
