Designer, Cut & Sew and Sweats

Position Overview

Good American is seeking a Senior Designer Cut & Sew Knits and Sweats to lead the design and development of our knitscategory. This individual will be responsible for creating elevated trend-driven collections that embody the Good American brand while balancing creativity commerciality and innovation.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in womens contemporary apparel with expertise in jersey fleece rib French terry ponte novelty knits and other cut & sew knit fabrics. They are passionate about product highly collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of seasonal Cut & Sew Knit and Sweats collections from concept through production.
• Research market trends runway competitive landscape and emerging consumer behaviors to identify new opportunities.
• Develop seasonal color palettes print direction fabric concepts silhouettes and design details.
• Create presentation boards sketches technical flats and CADs to communicate design intent.
• Partner closely with Product Development Technical Design Production Merchandising and Planning throughout the product lifecycle.
• Attend fittings and collaborate with Technical Design to ensure fit proportion and garment construction align with design intent.
• Source innovative fabrics trims washes and finishes while maintaining quality and cost objectives.
• Build seasonal assortments that balance fashion versatility and business objectives.
• Present seasonal concepts and product strategies to executive leadership.
• Maintain awareness of market trends competitive brands consumer insights and emerging fashion influences.
• Mentor and support junior designers while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure design calendars and development milestones are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 7 years of design experience within womens contemporary or premium apparel.
• Strong experience designing Cut & Sew Knits & Sweats including:
• Strong understanding of garment construction fit drape and fabrication.
• Excellent sketching CAD and technical flat skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with overseas vendors and factories.
• Strong understanding of the apparel product development process from concept through production.
• Excellent organizational communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing for premium denim or contemporary fashion brands.
• Experience designing inclusive sizing.
• Knowledge of sustainable fabrics and manufacturing practices.
• Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams in a high-growth environment.

What Youll Bring

• A strong point of view with an elevated aesthetic that aligns with the Good American brand.
• A passion for innovation trend forecasting and creating commercially successful product.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence across departments.
• A customer-first mindset with a passion for creating product women love to wear.