Assistant Designer - Knitwear

Are you a movement maker seeking new and exciting career opportunities? Ralsey Group is a fast-paced global knitwear company at the forefront of the industry, serving as the go-to source for global retailers and brands. We are product specialists who create beautiful, trend-driven knitwear by leveraging extensive knowledge of yarn, technical and manufacturing expertise, market intelligence, competitive sourcing, and the latest digital technology.

About the role

Ralsey Group is looking for an Assistant Designer to join our team. In this position, you will support the Senior Designer in all aspects of the product lifecycle—from innovative concept to final development. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Sales, Merchandising, Production, and Digital, and assist in preparation for all milestone meetings.

Responsibilities

• Design Research & Development:
  • Assist the Senior Designer in researching overarching trends for seasonal line development.
  • Research, shop, and analyze retail and runway to compile comprehensive analysis reports.
  • Assist with color research and prepare seasonal palettes, including ordering standards.
  • Research and develop new trims and brand-appropriate details.
  • Prepare and execute professional and creative digital presentations for milestone meetings and seasonal development.
  • Assist in video and photoshoots for milestone meetings.
  • Assist in giving presentations internally and to customers.
  • Sketch and create CAD designs.
  • Generate and prepare detailed account-specific tech packages for the Senior Designer.
  • Execute specs and layouts under the guidance of the Senior Designer; sketch and spec samples as needed.
  • Track and maintain yarn & stitch KD and internal sample development.
  • Assist the Senior Designer and Technical Designer in fittings to learn to comment and convey the intended fit of each garment.
• Yarn Research & Development:
  • Research and develop new yarn, yarn mixes, and stitch development for account-specific needs while adhering to production and costing requirements.
  • Collaborate with the Design team to create new yarns (including ordering, tracking, and receiving all yarn headers, test bodies, and development).
  • Order yarns, track, cut swatches, prepare, and execute account-specific seasonal yarn decks.
• Digital Development:
  • Assist in raising tickets for all account-specific digital development and follow up with comments, changes, and final downloads.
  • Maintain clear communication with the digital team to manage digital development and expectations with HK and NY offices.
• Records Maintenance:
  • Log in, maintain, and return buy sample references.
  • Maintain design resources and archives.
  • Handle shipping and tracking both domestically and internationally between Ralsey offices and clients.
  • Maintain clear daily communication with the Hong Kong Team.

Qualifications

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with a team-player attitude.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign) for creative presentation deck development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint for presentations.
• Proficient on Mac computers.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative sketching skills, color sense, and yarn knowledge.
• A strong interest and passion for knitwear.
• Two years’ experience in knitwear.

Pay

The approximate annual base salary range for this position is $50,000.00 - $55,000.00. The offered salary will vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience.

Benefits

Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and company holidays.