Men's Designer - Knits and Sweaters

We are searching for a Menswear Designer with experience in knits and sweaters for our client, an iconic menswear brand.

• Actively participates in the conceptual development of product lines (i.e., sells ideas/concepts and convinces others to adopt a course of action) for Men’s Cut & Sew Knitwear and Sweaters.
• Responsible for the entire product design process to include market research, inspiration boards, jacquard and print development, sketching in 2D and 3D, presentations, fittings, and tech pack hand offs.
• Ensures that the product is consistent with market trends, business strategy, whilst maintaining the brand’s DNA.
• Research competitors frequently through in-store visits, presents findings and analysis to teams.
• Ability to update best sellers and to invent next best seller product.
• Ability to structure and design high perceived value products which meet price requirements and tells a compelling merchandising story.
• Attends design meetings, leads presentations, and works with cross functional partners.
• Responsible for communicating design details through accurate, detailed flat sketches.
• Creates fabric, pattern, and body CADs, updates and modifies throughout the season.
• Responsible for the design and development of new fabric innovation in both Cut & Sew Knits & Sweaters.
• Actively participates in all fittings, completing follow-up tasks like sketch updates, fabric layouts, and logo placements.
• Attends all WIP (work in progress) meetings to keep abreast of calendar milestones and actionable projects.
• Maintains complete tech packs in partnership with the Product Development team.
• Responsible for approving all lab-dips, knit-downs, strike offs for development, as well as pre-production approvals for bulk.
• Occasional travel will be required domestically and internationally.

• High level of creativity with a passion for design.
• Advanced working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Ability to learn new computer technology including 3-D design and NEDGraphics.
• Knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, yarn, and stitch.
• Strong taste level with experience designing for full price and off-price markets.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to present in front of a diverse audience of cross-functional partners.

• Bachelor degree (B.A) from a college or university, major in Design.
• 6+ years of design experience preferable in Men’s Sweaters and Cut & Sew Knitwear.