Rare Editions · 1 month ago
Associate Fashion Designer - Kids Sportswear
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
5+ years expRare Editions is a leading children’s apparel brand known for quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and timeless style. They are expanding their sportswear division and seeking a creative, detail-oriented Associate Fashion Designer to design fun, functional, and fashion-forward sportswear for girls’ sizes 2–6X. The role involves developing seasonal collections, researching trends, and collaborating with various teams to ensure the designs meet market demands and brand aesthetic.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Design girls’ sportswear collections for sizes 2–6X, including tops, bottoms, sets, and active-inspired pieces
Research trends, colors, fabrics, and silhouettes relevant to the children’s sportswear market
Create sketches, tech packs, and detailed design specifications
Work closely with pattern makers and production teams to ensure proper fit and quality
Participate in fittings and approve samples through all stages of development
Collaborate with merchandising and sales teams to align designs with business goals
Track development calendars and meet seasonal deadlines
Communicate with overseas and domestic vendors as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field
5+ years of experience designing children's apparel (sportswear experience preferred)
Strong knowledge of children's sizing, fit, and construction for sizes 2–6X
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience creating tech packs and working with factories
Strong sense of color, print, and fabric selection
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred
sportswear experience preferred
Benefits
Health benefits and 401(k)
Paid time off and holidays
Creative, collaborative work environment
Free full service gym with locker rooms and towel service
Opportunity to grow with an established children’s fashion brand
Company
Rare Editions
Star Children’s Dress Company was established in 1936 by Julius Rosen, a patternmaker from the depression era, who set a goal to produce fashionable yet affordable dresses for girls.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase