Freelance Women’s Dresses Designer

JOB FUNCTION: Fashion & Lifestyle
JOB TYPE: Temp
LOCATION: New York, NY
COMPENSATION: $35/hr
REMOTE / ONSITE: Onsite
POSTED: Jul 17, 2026

About Atrium:

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Client Overview:

We are a fashion-focused apparel company specializing in designing and manufacturing contemporary women’s dresses. Our collections combine style, quality, and comfort, catering to modern consumers and evolving fashion trends. From concept development and fabric selection to sampling and production, we manage the complete product development process with a strong focus on innovation, craftsmanship, and timely delivery.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$35/hr

Position Overview:

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Freelance Women’s Dresses Designer to join our team for an ongoing in-office assignment. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in women’s western wear design, garment development, and PLM systems, along with excellent graphic presentation skills.

Responsibilities of the Freelance Women’s Dresses Designer:

  • Design seasonal and commercial collections for women’s dresses.
  • Develop creative concepts, mood boards, color palettes, and fabric stories.
  • Create detailed technical sketches and CADs using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Prepare design presentations using Adobe Photoshop.
  • Work on garment specifications, tech packs, and design documentation.
  • Manage styles and product development through the PLM system.
  • Coordinate with merchandising, sampling, and production teams to ensure timely execution.
  • Follow market trends, customer preferences, and competitor analysis.

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

  • 4+ years of experience in women’s apparel/dresses design.
  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
  • Hands-on experience with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software.
  • Good understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and fit.
  • Ability to create technical sketches, tech packs, and production-ready artwork.
  • Strong creative, communication, and organizational skills.

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

  • Women’s dress experience.
  • Able to design lines from beginning through production.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree.

Benefits:

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

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BH Job Order ID: 401843