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We are currently hiring an Associate Womenswear Designer. 

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Associate Womenswear Designer

REPORTS TO: Lead Designer

LOCATION: Fairfield, CT

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Marea by Liz Joy is a lifestyle brand rooted in timeless design, heritage craftsmanship, and worldly sophistication. Established by Liz Joy, the visionary leader of the beloved online community @elizabethljoy, Marea draws upon 15 years of meaningful connections with women worldwide.

Marea is deeply rooted in the traditions and natural beauty of New England, guided by four key values: heritage, honoring classic craftsmanship and timeless design; family, celebrating the relationships that keep us grounded; aspiration, encouraging women to embrace their dreams; and inspiration, bringing beauty and purpose to daily life.

What started as a digital-first brand has grown into a global presence, now carried by over 150 retail partners worldwide. Every piece in the collection is designed to transcend trends, blending intentional design with meticulous craftsmanship to create collections that resonate across generations.

As a female-founded and community-led brand, Marea takes measurable steps toward building a more sustainable world through thoughtful design, intentional production, philanthropy, and a commitment to empowering women, celebrating enduring style and the art of living well. 

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for an Associate Womenswear Designer with 3-5 years experience working within the design industry.  Our desired candidates will have a passion for womenswear, and enjoy working in a close knit, dynamic team environment.  The Associate Designer will play a key role in supporting Creative Director, Liz Joy, and the Lead Designer.  Our brand delivers 5 complete collections a year.  Each seasonal collection encompasses sweaters, cut & sew knits and wovens, requiring the associate to be agile in working across multiple product categories.  A  degree in Fashion Design or Studio Arts are preferred. 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & CAD Development:

    • Support the design team by creating detailed flat sketches, CADs, technical diagrams and technical packages.

    • Research seasonal silhouette, print and color trends;  organize research in Canva and present ideas to the team at concept stages of the design process. 

    • Prepare design boards, color palettes, and seasonal presentations under direction of Lead Designer to present to the Creative Director seasonally. 

    • Assist with creating and updating design development line sheets..

  • Material Sourcing & Development:

    • Organize signature print swatches and trims in the Marea Design Library.

    • Communicate with vendor suppliers to source fabrics, trims, and accessories.

    • Maintain detailed design development binders of fabrics, prints, knit downs, lab dips, and trims for each season, as well as fabric and trim approval binders for bulk.

  • Collaboration Across Teams:

    • Liaise between design, technical design, production, merchandising and marketing teams to ensure alignment and support.

    • Assist with BOM (bill of materials) entry and tech pack set-up to support design development, update BOMs through design process to support production readiness.

  • Sample Management:

    • Collaborate with the Production Assistant on tracking inbound and outbound samples, ensuring timely delivery and organization for presentations, photoshoots and wholesale needs.

  • Organization & Workflow Support:

    • Maintain seasonal linesheets across  product categories.

    • Attend sample fittings and assist with technical note taking.

What You’ll Bring

  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in women’s apparel design, with a focus on knits and wovens.

  • Strong ability to work in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel. Must be able to sketch using Adobe Illustrator.

  • Ability to manipulate artwork files using both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

  • Knowledge of knitwear and woven construction and hands-on experience in garment construction.

  • Strong interpersonal skills within a cross-functional team dynamic.

  • Ability to clearly communicate ideas visually and verbally.

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.

  • A creative eye aligned with Marea’s aesthetic of timeless, refined, and elevated design.

What We Offer

  • Paid vacation and sick time, Summer Fridays all year long, and federal holidays

  • Winter Vacation from Christmas to New Years

  • A fun-filled, creative work environment

  • Healthcare Benefits

  • Generous employee discount

To Apply

Submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter that highlights why you are the perfect fit for Marea to careers@shopmarea.com.