Job Details:
Job Title: Senior Designer Men's Cut & Sew Knits
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid 3 days/week)
Duration: 3 Months
Type: Full-Time, Contract
Note: Portfolio required.
Description:
A major apparel retailer is looking for a Senior Designer to lead the end-to-end creative direction and execution of men's cut & sew knits for all channels (Wholesale, Specialty, and Value), from initial concept through final production. In this role, you will drive the design vision, ensuring all product reflects an authentic, heritage-driven aesthetic, exceptional fit, and high standards of craftsmanship aligned with the brand identity. You will partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Technical Design, and Production to translate creative concepts into commercially compelling products. You will develop seasonal concepts, color palettes, prints, and silhouettes, create original design sketches and technical flats, select fabrics and trims, build and present mood boards and line presentations, conduct trend research, and guide design detail, fabric selection, and fit refinement particularly within heritage fabrics and wash treatments. You will also mentor and guide Designer and Associate Designers to support their growth and ensure consistency across the department.
Top 5-7 Skills:
End-to-end design leadership for men's cut & sew knits
Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop proficiency
Heritage-driven aesthetic with expertise in fabric development and wash techniques
Technical flats, tech packs, and PLM systems
Cross-functional collaboration (Merchandising, Technical Design, Production)
Trend research and concept development (TikTok, Instagram, Miro, WGSN)
AI tools for ideation and design visualization (ChatGPT, Gemini, Vizcom)
Requirements for the role:
7+ years of apparel design experience
Men's design experience required; preference for a strong vintage and heritage-inspired point of view
Deep expertise in fabric development and wash techniques
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
PLM experience required or strongly preferred
Proficiency in Miro for collaboration
Demonstrated understanding and hands-on experience using AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Vizcom) for ideation, concept development, and design visualization
Strong sketching and design execution skills with attention to detail
Solid understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and fit
Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Portfolio required
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field (preferred)
7+ years of relevant apparel design experience
Or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):
Experience within a fast-paced, high-volume apparel environment
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and transport garment samples and sample boxes
Ability to attend fit sessions, line reviews, and market meetings
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.