Fashion Designer
1 day ago
New York
Job Description Position Summary We are seeking a creative, organized, and detail-oriented Fashion Designer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of fashion trends, garment construction, and product development while thriving in a fast-paced apparel environment. This role works closely with design, technical design, production, merchandising, and sales teams to develop innovative collections from concept through production. Responsibilities • Research and develop seasonal fashion trends, inspiration, color palettes, and trend boards., • Shop at the market for inspiration samples and competitive research., • Create original artwork, CADs, and technical sketches for Men's, Boys', and Pet apparel., • Develop detailed Tech Packs (TPs) with accurate garment specifications., • Organize and prepare showroom racks for Market Week and buyer presentations., • Assist in presenting seasonal collections and fashion trends to buyers., • Coordinate meeting recaps, assign style numbers, and maintain design documentation., • Prepare and maintain line sheets, sample trackers, and CAD line sheets for Walmart costing and product development., • Review development and production samples, providing detailed fit, construction, and design comments., • Evaluate and approve lab dips, fabric submits, trims, and quality submissions., • Attend development and production fittings, documenting revisions and ensuring design intent is maintained., • Participate in internal cross-functional meetings, buyer presentations, and product handoff meetings., • Maintain an organized sample library and showroom to ensure collections are presentation ready., • Collaborate with technical design, production, merchandising, and fellow designers to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule., • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting seasonal calendars and deadlines. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred., • 5 years of apparel design experience., • Experience designing Men's, Boys', and/or Pet apparel is preferred., • Strong knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and apparel manufacturing., • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office., • Experience creating CADs, Tech Packs, and line sheets., • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail., • Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication and collaboration skills., • Passion for fashion, creativity, and innovation.