Designer – Men’s & Women’s Performance and Golf
Flag & Anthem, New York, NY, United States
Flag & Anthem is seeking a driven and experienced Designer to lead the development of premium Men’s and Women’s Performance and Golf apparel. This role is responsible for designing and executing full seasonal collections from concept through production while elevating core programs and driving innovation in performance features, fabrics, and finishes.
This role will play a key part in developing seasonal print stories and novelty graphics, including conversational prints and sophisticated all-over patterns commonly found in modern golf and performance lifestyle apparel.
The ideal candidate brings strong creative vision, technical knowledge of performance apparel, and the ability to move projects forward in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is a hands‑on role requiring close partnership with Product Development, Sales, Production, and Technical Design.
This is an in‑office position based in Midtown Manhattan.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop full seasonal performance and golf collections, including core and key items
Lead development of seasonal print direction, including novelty prints, conversational prints, and all‑over repeat patterns for performance woven shirts and performance apparel
Develop original print concepts, motifs, and pattern layouts aligned with seasonal themes and brand aesthetic
Create detailed flat sketches, construction details, and full colorways for line reviews
Partner with CAD to develop and finalize all‑over repeat prints, graphics, and pattern artwork
Attend fabric trade shows and work with mills to source elevated fabrics and performance technologies
Conduct market research and competitive shopping across performance, active, golf, and lifestyle categories
Build and maintain complete tech packs in PLM with accurate construction and trim details
Present seasonal collections during design reviews with color, fabric, trim, and print direction
Review and comment on prototypes, strike‑offs, lab dips, fabric submissions, and trims
Attend fit sessions and collaborate with Technical Design on corrections and approvals
Provide clear sample comments and track revisions throughout development
Approve bulk fabrics and trims
Communicate directly with overseas and domestic factories
Create seasonal presentation boards, PDFs, and Excel trackers
Manage timelines and adhere to development calendar deadlines
Assist with showroom setup and seasonal presentations as needed
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
7–10 years of experience in performance, active, or golf apparel (men’s and/or women’s)
Strong knowledge of performance fabrics, stretch wovens, knits, finishes, and technical trims
Strong experience developing all‑over prints, novelty prints, conversational motifs, and pattern repeats for woven performance shirts or active apparel
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Excel, and PLM systems
Experience working directly with mills and factories
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Entrepreneurial mindset with a solutions‑oriented approach
High taste level with strong attention to detail and garment construction
Passion for performance apparel, outdoor lifestyle, golf, and Americana aesthetics
Experience designing within golf, resort, or performance lifestyle brands is highly valued
Application Requirements Please include a portfolio or link showcasing print and pattern development, including examples of all‑over prints, conversational prints, and graphics.
401(k)
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount
Job Type: Full‑time
Work Location: In person (Midtown Manhattan)
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This role will play a key part in developing seasonal print stories and novelty graphics, including conversational prints and sophisticated all-over patterns commonly found in modern golf and performance lifestyle apparel.
The ideal candidate brings strong creative vision, technical knowledge of performance apparel, and the ability to move projects forward in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is a hands‑on role requiring close partnership with Product Development, Sales, Production, and Technical Design.
This is an in‑office position based in Midtown Manhattan.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop full seasonal performance and golf collections, including core and key items
Lead development of seasonal print direction, including novelty prints, conversational prints, and all‑over repeat patterns for performance woven shirts and performance apparel
Develop original print concepts, motifs, and pattern layouts aligned with seasonal themes and brand aesthetic
Create detailed flat sketches, construction details, and full colorways for line reviews
Partner with CAD to develop and finalize all‑over repeat prints, graphics, and pattern artwork
Attend fabric trade shows and work with mills to source elevated fabrics and performance technologies
Conduct market research and competitive shopping across performance, active, golf, and lifestyle categories
Build and maintain complete tech packs in PLM with accurate construction and trim details
Present seasonal collections during design reviews with color, fabric, trim, and print direction
Review and comment on prototypes, strike‑offs, lab dips, fabric submissions, and trims
Attend fit sessions and collaborate with Technical Design on corrections and approvals
Provide clear sample comments and track revisions throughout development
Approve bulk fabrics and trims
Communicate directly with overseas and domestic factories
Create seasonal presentation boards, PDFs, and Excel trackers
Manage timelines and adhere to development calendar deadlines
Assist with showroom setup and seasonal presentations as needed
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
7–10 years of experience in performance, active, or golf apparel (men’s and/or women’s)
Strong knowledge of performance fabrics, stretch wovens, knits, finishes, and technical trims
Strong experience developing all‑over prints, novelty prints, conversational motifs, and pattern repeats for woven performance shirts or active apparel
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Excel, and PLM systems
Experience working directly with mills and factories
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Entrepreneurial mindset with a solutions‑oriented approach
High taste level with strong attention to detail and garment construction
Passion for performance apparel, outdoor lifestyle, golf, and Americana aesthetics
Experience designing within golf, resort, or performance lifestyle brands is highly valued
Application Requirements Please include a portfolio or link showcasing print and pattern development, including examples of all‑over prints, conversational prints, and graphics.
401(k)
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount
Job Type: Full‑time
Work Location: In person (Midtown Manhattan)
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