Apparel Designer Kids Position Available In New York, New York

APPAREL DESIGNER

• KIDS
  Contract type
  Full-Time
  Location
  New York, NY
  Specialty
  Fashion
  Salary
  $80,000/year
• $100,000/year
  Remote
  No
  Reference
  487301
  Contact name
  Sydney Conroy Job description
  Designer
• Kid’s Apparel (off-price)
  Onsite 5 days/week NYC

Overview:

The Designer is responsible for creating and developing seasonal apparel collections in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with brand strategy, market trends, and business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and apply trends in color, fit, and style to support brand positioning
Create CAD sketches and maintain design files throughout the development process
Prepare and review tech packs to ensure accurate product execution
Maintain awareness of key deadlines and support timely sourcing and development
Attend fittings and provide feedback to uphold design intent
Collaborate with graphic design, sales, merchandising, and production teams
Develop and present seasonal lines and design presentations
Ensure accurate information is communicated across design, sourcing, and production
Approve styles, fabrics, trims, and colors and communicate changes clearly
Support sample tracking, catalog accuracy, and design communication
Manage and mentor junior design staff
Participate in special projects, presentations, and seasonal initiatives

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
5+ years of design experience in the fashion industry (category-specific knowledge a plus)
Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail
Experience leading a team
Strong sense of brand-appropriate aesthetics
Must be comfortable working on-site regularly for hands-on collaboration

Salary:

$80-100K DOE No Benefits offered
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