Senior Fashion Designer
5 days ago
New York
About Us: Star Children’s Dress Company is a leading designer and manufacturer of fashionable yet affordable apparel for girls. We are passionate about creating timeless, trend-forward styles that appeal to both parents and children. Our growing team is seeking a talented Senior Fashion Designer with expertise in 2-6x and infant size ranges to lead design and development for our infant collections. Position Summary: The Senior Fashion Designer will be responsible for the creative direction, design execution, and product development of infant apparel collections. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of toddler, girls, and infant sizing, safety regulations, and current fashion trends relevant to this age group. We are a collaborative team that is on site 5-days a week. Key Responsibilities: • Design and develop seasonal collections for 2-6x and infant girls that align with brand vision and market trends., • Create original sketches, technical drawings, and color palettes., • Collaborate with the merchandising and production teams to ensure designs meet cost targets and delivery schedules., • Conduct trend research, market analysis, and attend trade shows as needed., • Oversee fittings and adjustments, ensuring proper fit, function, and comfort for infants., • Work closely with fabric and trim sourcing teams to select appropriate materials., • Mentor junior designers and contribute to a collaborative, creative studio environment., • Maintain knowledge of CPSC regulations and industry best practices for infant apparel safety. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field., • Minimum 7 years of experience in apparel design, with at least 3 years focused on infant or toddler apparel., • Strong portfolio showcasing design experience in infant size ranges., • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD software., • Excellent knowledge of garment construction, fit, and infant safety standards., • Strong communication and presentation skills., • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Why Join Us? • Be part of a creative, growing team with a passion for children’s fashion., • Competitive salary and benefits package including Platinum BCBS health care, Delta dental, and 401(k)., • Free full service gym in building with locker rooms, showers and towels, • Life insurance, • FSA & Commuter benefits, • Opportunity to shape the direction of our girls categories and leave a lasting impact on our brand.