Designer (kids outerwear)
Centric Brands Inc., New York, NY, United States
Specific Responsibilities Would Include
The
Designer
is responsible for creating fashion-forward, commercially viable designs for kids outerwear. This role supports the overall creative direction of the brand by translating trends, inspiration, and brand vision into modern, compelling assortments. The
Designer
plays a key role in executing seasonal concepts from ideation through final development, ensuring designs meet standards of quality, comfort, and safety.
Design & Creative Development
Support the development of seasonal design concepts for layette, newborn, and infant boys/girls aligned with brand direction
Research and interpret macro and micro trends in color, print, silhouette, and fabrication
Assist in creating concept boards, color palettes, print direction, and fabric stories
Design original styles, prints, and graphics that reflect brand identity and market trends
Ensure consistency of aesthetic across categories while supporting age-appropriate differentiation
Assortment Development
Partner with Design Director and cross-functional teams to build balanced, trend-right assortments
Contribute to the development of silhouettes, prints, and fabrications appropriate for infant categories
Help refine style assortments to ensure clarity, cohesion, and commercial viability
Elevate core and basic items through thoughtful design details and updated color/application
Design Execution & Product Development
Execute design development from sketch through production with attention to detail and accuracy
Create Illustrator sketches, CADs, and technical packages for development
Review lab dips, strike-offs, prints, and samples, ensuring alignment with design intent
Collaborate with technical design and production teams on fit, construction, and quality
Ensure all designs meet safety, comfort, and regulatory standards for infant apparel
Trend & Market Awareness
Maintain awareness of fashion, lifestyle, and consumer trends relevant to infant and children’s wear
Conduct market research and competitive shopping to inform design direction
Support preparation of seasonal presentations, concept boards, and design reviews
Collaboration & Team Contribution
Work closely with merchandising, production, and technical design partners to execute seasonal goals
Contribute to a collaborative, creative team environment
Provide support and mentorship to junior designers when needed
Manage multiple projects with strong organizational and communication skills
Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or related field
4–6 years of apparel design experience, with experience in kids outerwear
Strong design sensibility with the ability to translate trends into age-appropriate product
Knowledge of infant construction, materials, and safety requirements
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, CAD systems, Microsoft Office, and Mac platforms
Strong sketching, color sense, and attention to detail
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000
At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.
Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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The
Designer
is responsible for creating fashion-forward, commercially viable designs for kids outerwear. This role supports the overall creative direction of the brand by translating trends, inspiration, and brand vision into modern, compelling assortments. The
Designer
plays a key role in executing seasonal concepts from ideation through final development, ensuring designs meet standards of quality, comfort, and safety.
Design & Creative Development
Support the development of seasonal design concepts for layette, newborn, and infant boys/girls aligned with brand direction
Research and interpret macro and micro trends in color, print, silhouette, and fabrication
Assist in creating concept boards, color palettes, print direction, and fabric stories
Design original styles, prints, and graphics that reflect brand identity and market trends
Ensure consistency of aesthetic across categories while supporting age-appropriate differentiation
Assortment Development
Partner with Design Director and cross-functional teams to build balanced, trend-right assortments
Contribute to the development of silhouettes, prints, and fabrications appropriate for infant categories
Help refine style assortments to ensure clarity, cohesion, and commercial viability
Elevate core and basic items through thoughtful design details and updated color/application
Design Execution & Product Development
Execute design development from sketch through production with attention to detail and accuracy
Create Illustrator sketches, CADs, and technical packages for development
Review lab dips, strike-offs, prints, and samples, ensuring alignment with design intent
Collaborate with technical design and production teams on fit, construction, and quality
Ensure all designs meet safety, comfort, and regulatory standards for infant apparel
Trend & Market Awareness
Maintain awareness of fashion, lifestyle, and consumer trends relevant to infant and children’s wear
Conduct market research and competitive shopping to inform design direction
Support preparation of seasonal presentations, concept boards, and design reviews
Collaboration & Team Contribution
Work closely with merchandising, production, and technical design partners to execute seasonal goals
Contribute to a collaborative, creative team environment
Provide support and mentorship to junior designers when needed
Manage multiple projects with strong organizational and communication skills
Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or related field
4–6 years of apparel design experience, with experience in kids outerwear
Strong design sensibility with the ability to translate trends into age-appropriate product
Knowledge of infant construction, materials, and safety requirements
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, CAD systems, Microsoft Office, and Mac platforms
Strong sketching, color sense, and attention to detail
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000
At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.
Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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