Men's Outwear Designer (New York)

About the Company - Men's Designer - Wholesaler/Midtown
NYC
5 days in person

As an Outerwear & Bottoms Designer, you will support the head designer and design team in bringing seasonal collections to life. This is a hands-on role for a detail-oriented creative who is eager to learn the technical intricacies of outerwear and the foundations of great-fitting bottoms. You’ll be responsible for executing design updates, maintaining technical assets, and assisting in the development process from sketch to sample.

About the Role
This is a hands-on role for a detail-oriented creative who is eager to learn the technical intricacies of outerwear and the foundations of great-fitting bottoms.

Responsibilities
Design Support:

Assist senior designers in sketching new silhouettes and creating colorways for jackets, bottoms and swim.
Tech Pack Creation:

Build and maintain accurate technical packages in excel and Illustrator, including detailed diagrams, BOMs, and trim placements.
Research:

Conduct market research on emerging trends, competitor pricing, and innovative hardware or fabric finishes.
Fit Assistance:

Attend fit sessions to take notes, update technical sketches based on feedback, and help track changes across sizes.
Trim & Fabric Sourcing:

Maintain the design reference files to track product development.
Communication:

Work with vendors/ suppliers to request lab dips, sample yardage, strike-offs, protos, sales samples.
Pack & Ship:

Help prepare samples and labels for shipping to various accounts.

Qualifications

Education:

Degree in Fashion Design or a related field.

Required Skills

Software & Technical Skills:
Adobe Creative Suite: Expert-level Adobe Illustrator for creating precise flat sketches and tech packs. Proficiency in Photoshop for creating mood boards, prints, and color renderings.
Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in Excel for managing Bill of Materials (BOMs) Outlook/Teams for vendor communication.

Preferred Skills

Experience:

3-7 years of experience in apparel design.
Eye for Detail:

A strong understanding of garment construction basics, such as pocket types, zipper applications, and seam finishes.
Motivation:

A no task is too small attitude and willingness to learn.
Bonus Points:

Basic knowledge of 3D design software like CLO 3D or Browzwear.