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CAD Graphic Designer – Juniors, Girls Apparel
Golden Touch Imports Inc. • New York, United States of America 🇺🇸
The CAD Graphic Designer creates detailed CADs for junior apparel, utilizing various print techniques and ensuring adherence to factory specifications. They also research textile trends and collaborate with the Design team to support successful project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Create skillfully executed CADs for junior’s apparel, understanding the commercial print market
- Works with CADs - filling the bodies with all over prints, placement prints, screen prints, embroideries and embellishments, and woven yarn dye patterns (plaids, stripes and jacquards)
- Scan and clean bought artwork, create repeats to factory specifications for apparel
- Assist in creation of CAD assortment sheets for Sales
- Research and interpret print and textile trends appropriately for each brand
- Work proactively with all members of Design, supporting and developing business relationships to ensure successful results at all levels of the product
- Turn around requests in a timely manner
- Recolor prints based on season and account needs
- Package & prepare artwork for production and development
Requirements
- Bachelors' Degree in Fashion Design or Graphic Design - Juniors' apparel focus is desired
- 4+ years with full-time professional CAD/Graphic design experience using Photoshop, Illustrator; NedGraphics is a plus
- Capable of taking and following direction from manager
- Understanding of commercial fabric printing/production processes, including repeats, factory limitations, and color separations
- Familiarity with PLM systems (preferred)
- Knowledge of copyright related to textile design, including reworking art for legal compliance
- Strong color and print sensibility with an eye for detail
- Ability to create commercially viable designs in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent time management and prioritization
- Solid communication and interpersonal abilities
- Flexible, organized, and a proactive team player
- Strong accountability and commitment to delivering results
Key Skills
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- NedGraphics (preferred)
- PLM systems (preferred)
- Understanding of commercial fabric printing/production processes
- Knowledge of copyright related to textile design
- Strong color and print sensibility
- Excellent time management and prioritization
- Solid communication and interpersonal abilities
- Flexible, organized, and proactive team player
- Strong accountability and commitment to delivering results
About Golden Touch Imports Inc.
Since 1975, Golden Touch has been a trusted manufacturer and wholesaler, turning emerging trends into quality apparel for leading retailers. We develop both private label and national brand collections, combining thoughtful design, reliable production, and a clear understanding of the market. Our distribution strategy is multi tiered; shipping to retail stores, club businesses, and department stores.
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