Denim Designer

Job Details

Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours
Salary Range: Based on Experience

Denim Designer to join our New York–based design team. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in denim design, combining creative vision with technical expertise. This role is hands‑on and fast‑paced, driving the denim design process from concept through final production while delivering trend‑right, high‑quality product aligned with brand direction.

• Develop seasonal denim concepts, mood boards, and wash direction
• Create CADs, line sheets, BOMs, and detailed tech packs using Adobe Illustrator
• Manage denim wash and finish development, including lab dips, strike‑offs, and sample approvals
• Partner with Technical Design on fittings, specs, and product consistency
• Source and evaluate denim fabrics and trims; communicate technical feedback to mills
• Collaborate with overseas factories on costing, production feasibility, and timelines
• Maintain and organize physical and digital denim wash archives
• Ensure all proto, sample, and market deadlines are met

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field
• 5–8+ years of professional experience with a strong focus on women’s denim
• In‑depth knowledge of denim fabrications, garment construction, fit, and wash processes
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; strong Excel skills
• Proven experience creating accurate CADs, tech packs, and BOMs
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational abilities
• Experience in wholesale apparel, contemporary, or off‑price markets preferred
• PLM experience (Simparel a plus)
• Strong portfolio demonstrating denim expertise and creative vision

• Collaborative, experienced design team
• Exposure to global brands and large‑scale production
• Creative, fast‑paced environment focused on innovation and growth