About the role#
Golden Touch is looking for a Denim Design Intern to support our design team. This role provides hands-on experience in trend research, product development, and the daily design process for private label denim programs. You will work alongside experienced professionals to contribute to seasonal development and learn about the wholesale apparel industry.
What you'll do#
- Conduct in-store and online competitive shopping to identify emerging denim trends, silhouettes, washes, and fabrics.
- Research seasonal trends, market direction, and consumer insights.
- Support the design team by developing denim concepts, wash ideas, treatments, and trim applications.
- Create inspiration, trend, color, and concept boards using Adobe Creative Suite.
- Assist in creating and updating CADs, flat sketches, and presentation materials.
- Maintain denim wash, fabric, and trim libraries, including hardware like rivets, shanks, and labels.
- Create and update seasonal color, wash, and trim development cards.
- Assist with tech pack preparation and updates.
- Support fit sessions by preparing samples, taking notes, and tracking revisions.
- Prepare samples and boards for sales meetings and design reviews.
- Organize design files, sketches, and seasonal development materials.
- Assist with PLM updates for colors, fabrics, and product information.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Technical Design, Merchandising, and Sales.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
- Passion for denim, fashion trends, and apparel design.
- Interest in denim washes, fabrics, construction, and product development.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Ability to sketch flats and create technical drawings in Illustrator.
- Understanding of denim construction, fit, wash techniques, and garment dyeing is a plus.
- Awareness of current denim market trends and leading brands.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- A self-starter attitude, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork skills.
- Experience with PLM systems is a plus.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in New York, New York.
- The role is full-time and paid at $18.50 per hour.
- The internship term is rolling.
About Golden Touch
Golden Touch operates as a manufacturer and wholesaler within the retail apparel and fashion industry. Founded in 1975, the company maintains headquarters in New York. It produces private label and national brand collections for department stores, club businesses, and retail outlets. The firm employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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