Sr. Designer, Cut & Sew Innovation

POSITION SUMMARY
The Sr. Cut and Sew Innovation Designer is responsible for creating original garments from concept through development with a strong focus on fabric silhouette fit construction finishing details and innovative production methods. This role works with Design and partners closely with our automation/robotics partners to develop unique products ensuring each garment reflects the brands aesthetic quality standards technical requirements and commercial needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design original cut and sew garments from concept through sample development ensuring alignment with seasonal direction and brand identity.
Collaborate with robotics automation and technology partners to explore develop and produce cut and sew garments using innovative manufacturing processes.
Evaluate robotic or automated garment-making outputs for quality consistency fit construction and alignment with approved design intent.
Research market trends fabrications silhouettes construction techniques trims and finishing details to support new product development.
Create sketches flats fashion cards and design presentations using hand sketching and digital tools as needed.
Develop and communicate design intent through tech packs construction details measurements trim direction and fabric specifications.
Partner with patternmakers Technical Design Product Development Production and vendors to execute garments from initial concept through final sample approval.
Attend fittings and product reviews; provide feedback on fit proportion construction fabric performance and overall design execution.
Monitor garment development against seasonal calendars and follow up on pending issues to keep deliverables on track.
Maintain accurate line sheets sample tracking design updates and style information throughout the development process.
Ensure each style reflects the intended quality fit craftsmanship and brand aesthetic across all details.
Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional partners vendors and factories to support timely and high-quality product execution.

REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of apparel design garment construction fit fabrication and the full development process for cut and sew product.
Bachelors degree in Fashion Design or related field.
7 years of apparel design experience preferably within contemporary womens t-shirts streetwear activewear or specialty apparel.
Interest in or experience with robotics automation digital manufacturing or emerging apparel production technology required.
Strong knowledge of cut and sew garment construction fabric hand feel drape fit stitching finishing trims and production considerations.
Experience creating sketches flats tech packs construction callouts and design presentations.
Understanding of patternmaking grading garment measurements and fit corrections.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; Microsoft Office experience required.
Ability to manage multiple styles deadlines seasons and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams vendors and factories.

$120000 - $140000 base salary (This range represents the anticipated base salary for this NYC-based position and will vary based on experience qualifications skills and internal equity. This is a non-exempt position and may require overtime which will be compensated in accordance with applicable law.)