Bring your creative ideas to a fast-paced apparel design team focused on developing on-brand, commercially viable product from concept through production. This hybrid Associate Designer role offers the opportunity to collaborate across design, merchandising, technical design, and production while helping shape seasonal collections and deliver compelling work on tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Support seasonal design development by contributing to concepts, color directions, prints, silhouettes, and presentation materials
• Create sketches and technical flats in Adobe Illustrator with guidance from senior design team members
• Assist with fabric, trim, and color selection in partnership with cross-functional teams
• Help prepare mood boards, concept decks, and seasonal review materials
• Conduct trend, market, and competitive research using digital and collaboration tools
• Assist with tech pack creation and updates, including design details, measurements, and construction information
• Participate in fit sessions, capture notes, and support revisions through approval
• Review samples during development to help ensure alignment with design intent, quality, and fit standards
• Maintain organized design files, reference materials, and seasonal documentation
• Update PLM systems, line plans, and internal tracking tools to support deadlines and workflow
• Partner with merchandising, technical design, production, and vendors to support product development
• Assist with market preparation, milestone meetings, and collaborative team projects as needed

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred
• 1–3 years of apparel design experience, including internships
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Basic understanding of garment construction, fabrications, and fit
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Portfolio required

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a high-volume apparel environment
• Menswear experience
• Familiarity with PLM systems
• Experience using Miro or similar collaboration tools
• Exposure to AI tools for ideation and visualization
• Strong sketching ability
• Interest in trend research and concept development
• Comfort working in a deadline-driven, team-oriented setting

Horizontal is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about design, collaboration, and creating great work together.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.


Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $22 - $28 per hour based on qualifications and experience.