Assistant Designer- Part Time/Temporary Position

Role DescriptionAmerex Group LLC is seeking a Part-Time Temporary Assistant Designer to support our Outerwear Design team in our New York City office. This is an on-site, temporary position expected to last approximately 2 months, working 20 hours per week at $18 per hour. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in the apparel industry while assisting with day-to-day design tasks and supporting the seasonal outerwear product development process.Responsibilities and DutiesConduct seasonal trend research, including retail and online market research, to identify emerging trends, silhouettes, colors, and key items.Assist in developing color palettes, trend boards, and inspiration presentations.Source and organize fabrics and trims, maintain material libraries, and coordinate lab dips and material approvals.Create and update technical CADs using Adobe Illustrator.Prepare and maintain tech packs, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and other technical documentation.Organize proto samples, development racks, and design materials to support seasonal development.Photograph samples and organize images for internal presentations and reference.Prepare seasonal line sheets and presentation materials.Track samples throughout the development process and coordinate follow-ups to keep development on schedule.Attend fit sessions, document fit comments, and update tech packs to reflect revisions.Support artwork and graphic development as needed.Communicate with vendors and factories regarding sample status, materials, and development updates.Assist with general design and administrative tasks, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.Qualifications1–3 years of apparel design or product development experience; outerwear experience preferred.Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; working knowledge of Excel.Experience creating CADs and preparing or updating tech packs.Basic understanding of garment construction, fit, and the apparel product development process.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively with the Designer and cross-functional teams.Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented approach to daily responsibilities.Schedule & CompensationTemporary position (approximately 2 months)20 hours per week8-hour shiftsOn-site in our New York City office$18.00 per hour