Associate Designer: Children’s Sleepwear & Intimates
Location: New York, NY (On-Site)
Reports to Design Director, Children’s Division
Company Overview
United Intimates Group (UIG) is a premier sleepwear and intimates company based in New York City, specializing in the design, development, and distribution of both private label and licensed brands. UIG partners with leading retailers and global brands to deliver trend-driven product with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and execution.
With deep expertise in product development, licensing, and retail strategy, UIG has built a reputation as a trusted partner in the apparel industry. The company’s growing portfolio reflects a commitment to thoughtful design, strong operational capabilities, and long-term brand partnerships.
UIG offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where experienced industry leaders and emerging talent work together to create compelling product and drive continued growth.
Position Summary
The Associate Designer will support the development of children’s sleepwear and intimates across both in-house and licensed brands. This role requires strong CAD Design skills, creativity in developing original artwork and prints for children’s apparel, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively under the supervision of the Design Director.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and development of children’s sleepwear and intimates collections (infant through big kids)
- Create original artwork and print patterns appropriate for children’s apparel (animals, florals, vehicles, novelty graphics, etc.)
- Develop flats and CADs using Adobe Illustrator
- Prepare artwork files for production, color, size and technical adjustments
- Support the design process from concept through production approval
- Assist with lab dip, strike-off, and sample approvals
- Maintain organized artwork, design files, and development records
- Conduct basic trend and market research relevant to the children’s sleepwear category
- Support both in-house and licensed brands (not character / entertainment) within the children’s division
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production and merchandising
Qualifications
- 2–4 years of experience in children’s apparel design or design support
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (Mac environment)
- Ability to create original prints and graphics suitable for children’s apparel
- Experience sketching flats and creating CADs for apparel development
- General knowledge of children’s safety regulations, the off-price retail market, and a love of children’s wear is a plus.
- Strong communication, organizational skills and attention to detail
- Creative, trend-aware, and receptive to feedback and direction
- Ability to manage projects independently while working under the supervision of the Design Director
- Positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to support a growing team
- Health Insurance
- PTO
- Federal Holidays
