Freelance Women’s Dress Designer

About Atrium:

Client Overview:

Our client is a well-established and fast-paced apparel organization known for delivering trend-driven collections across women’s fashion categories. The team operates in a highly collaborative environment focused on innovation, speed to market, and strong commercial execution. They are looking to add a Freelance Women’s Dress Designer to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$30/hr –  $32/hr

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Freelance Women’s Dress Designer to support a high-volume design team on a short-term assignment. This role will focus on creating trend-forward dress designs while supporting the development process through detailed sketches and technical packages. The ideal candidate is both creative and technically proficient, with the ability to execute quickly in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities of the Freelance Women’s Dress Designer:

• Design and develop women’s dresses from concept through development
• Create trend-driven, commercially viable designs aligned with brand direction
• Produce detailed CADs, technical sketches, and design specifications
• Assist in building and updating tech packs within PLM systems
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, production, and technical design
• Ensure consistency and accuracy throughout the product development lifecycle
• Manage multiple priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment

Required Experience/Skills for the Freelance Women’s Dress Designer:

• 3 – 4+ years of experience in women’s apparel design (dresses preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Experience working with Excel and PLM systems
• Solid understanding of garment construction and product development processes
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Freelance Women’s Dress Designer:

• Prior experience designing women’s dresses in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to balance trend and commerciality
• Experience supporting high-volume design teams

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred

Benefits: 

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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