Senior Sweater Designer
$110,000–$135,000 year
On-siteNew York, United States
Job Summary
Lead seasonal sweater design from concept through production handoff, researching fashion trends, yarn developments, and knit techniques to develop trend boards, color stories, and knit direction tailored to retailer needs. Create detailed flat sketches and CADs for categories including pullovers, cardigans, sweater dresses, and fashion basics, then partner with merchandising to build cohesive assortments aligned with target customers and price points. Work closely with product development and overseas vendors to ensure design feasibility, reviewing samples and participating in fittings to meet quality, cost, and calendar expectations. Provide guidance to junior designers while adapting concepts based on feedback from internal teams and buyers.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field
- 5–8+ years of sweater/knitwear design experience, preferably in women's private label
- Strong expertise in yarns, stitches, gauges, and knit construction
- High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Understanding of private label retail environments
- Ability to design within cost parameters
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Strong organization and time management
- Experience working with overseas factories and development timelines
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.