Torrid · 9 hours ago
Associate Designer - Apparel
City of Industry, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $77K/yr
3+ years expTorrid is committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive culture. The Associate Designer works closely with the Designer to develop and execute assigned categories, ensuring all design processes meet deadlines and align with seasonal trends.
E-CommerceFashionLifestyle
No H1B
Responsibilities
Research global market to identify new trends, fabric, trim, fit, and hardware pieces and other raw materials
Shop market for trend and inspiration and interpret for the target market
Work closely with the buying and technical design team throughout the development process to ensure the highest level of quality and integrity
Design and create sketches and specs for Product Development team, including front and back sketch, construction details, illustration, material, trims, hardware spec
Prepare spec sheets with detailed technical information
Maintain design records and ensures line sheets are up to date
Communicate with overseas and local vendors and merchants
Review and approve design, lab dips, trims, and fabric details, etc
Participate in fitting sessions and provide fit comments to ensure proper fit and brand integrity
Participate in the conceptual development of product lines to create and deliver effective, cohesive product presentations to sell concepts and convince others to adopt a course of actions
Provide recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, and new concepts
Produce design sketches and make seasonal presentations of product designs
Create style board for area of responsibility, showing silhouette and color, fabric, print or pattern options
Qualification
Required
Solid design and conceptual skills
High School Diploma required
Minimum 3 years of design experience including technical knowledge
Ability to set a creative tone and to inspire new ideas/concepts
Technical knowledge of fabric construction finishes and techniques
Strong knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, color, sewing techniques, graphics, and trim
Timely sense of trends and market direction encompassing color, fabric, and silhouette
Strong computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Flexibility to deadline demands, seasonal schedules, and possible travel
Illustrates a dedication to meeting requirements of internal and external customers, responding to all customer requests promptly and thoroughly
Strong communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and is a solid verbal and written communicator
Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure
Is accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues
Team player with a can-do attitude, and with the ability to work independently or collaboratively with multiple people and/or teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Provide honest, direct, and constructive feedback
Preferred
Knit experience preferred, not required
Experience in junior marketing. Plus size experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation, 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales.
Support the causes you’re passionate about. We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community.
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more.
Discounts on entertainment tickets and more.
Access to a subscription to a leading online learning provider where you can earn certifications and take course taught by industry experts across multiple business sectors
Work and learn alongside industry-leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women.
You’ll be challenged and grow. Opportunity for upward mobility is available at all levels of the organization.
Company
Torrid
Torrid is inspired by and designed specifically to fit the young, stylish woman who wears sizes 12 to 28.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$67M2025-06-24Post Ipo Secondary· $35M
2024-09-12Post Ipo Secondary· $32M
2021-06-30IPO
Leadership Team
P
Paula Dempsey
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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