Hire With Near is hiring: Fashion Designer in New York

At Near, we help top talent in Latin America find remote roles with US companies. Our mission is to create better lives by fostering a remote work culture that transcends borders.

About Our Client
Our client is an established US-based women's fashion brand specializing in trend-driven, contemporary apparel for a young, fashion-conscious audience.

Known for its effortlessly cool, fashion-forward aesthetic, the brand combines everyday wearability with fresh designs and unique details. As the company continues to grow, it is looking to bring new creative perspectives to its collections.

About the Role
We are looking for a creative, trend-driven

Fashion

Designer

to join our client's team and help develop fresh collections for the women's junior fashion market.

This is a

hands-on, creative role

focused on trend research, concept development, and apparel design.

You will collaborate with a US-based design team to turn emerging trends and inspiration into original designs and detailed CADs.

Note: This is a full-time, remote contractor role requiring collaboration during Eastern Time (ET) working hours.

Key Responsibilities
Research

emerging fashion trends, styles, colors, fabrics, and consumer preferences in the women's junior apparel market.
Develop

original design concepts and fresh ideas for upcoming collections, aligned with the brand's aesthetic.
Create

detailed CAD designs, technical sketches, mood boards, and visual presentations using Adobe Illustrator.
Prepare

tech packs and design specifications to communicate creative concepts clearly.
Collaborate

with the US-based design team to refine ideas, incorporate feedback, and develop cohesive collections.
Manage

design assignments independently, delivering creative, high-quality work on time.

What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a

Fashion Designer or Apparel Designer , preferably in women's junior fashion, contemporary apparel, or fast fashion.
A

strong portfolio

showcasing original apparel designs, CAD illustrations, and relevant creative work.
Strong knowledge of

fashion trends, trend forecasting, and the Gen Z women's apparel market .
Proficiency in

Adobe Illustrator, CAD design, and tech pack development .
Understanding of apparel silhouettes, fabrics, garment construction, and commercially relevant designs.
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and collaborate effective ly with a remote team.

Perks – What's in It for You?
100% remote work from Latin America.
Opportunity to work with an established US-based fashion brand.
A creative role with the freedom to bring fresh ideas and influence upcoming collections.
Direct collaboration with an experienced fashion design team.
Professional growth and career development opportunities.
Dynamic, collaborative, and creative work environment.

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