Design Director - Kids/Juniors
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-07-08
Listing for:
Fourth Floor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Fashion Design/ Tailoring, Creative Design / Digital Art
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client, an apparel company, is looking for a Design Director for kids/juniors to join their team in NYC!
Responsibilities- Direct the creative vision and seasonal design strategy for the kids apparel division, overseeing categories across sizes 7–16
- Develop trend-right concepts, including color stories, prints, graphics, fabrications, and silhouette direction for each season
- Work closely with Merchandising partners to create balanced assortments and support overall business objectives
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, CAD artists, and print designers while encouraging collaboration and innovation
- Research domestic and international fashion trends, retail markets, and competitive brands to identify new opportunities and product ideas
- Manage the design and development process from initial concept through final production approvals
- Present seasonal assortments, design concepts, and business strategies during internal meetings and customer presentations
- Oversee fabric, trim, and packaging development, including special programs and gifting initiatives
- Partner cross-functionally with Production, Sales, Technical Design, Merchandising, and overseas vendors to ensure successful product execution
- Evaluate market trends, competitive pricing, and category opportunities to support continued business growth
- Support the expansion and development of the design organization as the division continues to evolve
- 5+ years of experience in apparel design, with experience at the Senior Designer level or above preferred
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing creative teams
- Strong understanding of fashion trends, product development, and commercial apparel design across kids categories
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational abilities
- Proven success building cohesive assortments and driving category growth
- Strong awareness of the children’s apparel market, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while managing multiple deadlines and priorities
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