Men’s Designer - Atrium
NYC
About the Job
Our client is a company known for combining modern trends with high-quality craftsmanship. They specialize in men’s and women’s apparel. Their collaborative team environment fosters creativity and innovation, offering a dynamic place to grow in the fashion world. We are seeking a talented and creative Men’s Designer to join our client’s dynamic Design team.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$85k – $100k
Position Overview:
The ideal candidate for the Men’s Designer role will have 4 – 6 years of experience in apparel design with a strong focus on technical design, creative process management, and collaboration. You will be responsible for leading the design process, from concept through development, ensuring innovative and market-relevant products that align with our brand vision.
Responsibilities of the Men’s Designer:
- Create sketches, tech packs, 3D renders, and presentations in Illustrator.
- Refine sketches and line sheets to meet design goals.
- Assist with print editing and internal presentation graphics.
- Research trends and competitors to set seasonal design objectives.
- Contribute to fabric selection, trend forecasting, and concept development.
- Collaborate with Sales, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to design and launch collections.
- Manage communication with overseas teams for product development and samples.
- Coordinate design projects, ensuring accuracy, timelines, and market alignment.
- Source and select fabrics, trims, and materials, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Maintain a material library and manage sample requests, lab dips, and graphic processes.
- Oversee the design process, ensuring adherence to schedules and deadlines.
- Track progress, manage production logs, and maintain design archives.
Qualifications for the Men’s Designer:
- 4 – 6 years of experience in men’s apparel design, with strong technical design expertise.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), CAD, and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of fabrics, trims, and manufacturing processes.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Experience with sourcing and supply chain management is a plus.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design is required.
Benefits:
- Client-provided benefits available, upon eligibility.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO