Design Director - Denim, Men's

Rag & Bone•New York, NY

23h•$160,000 - $170,000

About The Position

This position is a rising leader in the design process, involved in all aspects of denim design while maintaining the aesthetic and integrity of the rag & bone brand and balancing the needs of the business. The role supports the process from design through development and works with internal partners and external resources to deliver denim products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent.
Knowledge of denim manufacturing, including construction and fit, and component sourcing and manufacturing, including materials development and duties.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to problem-solve specification, construction, or material issues with vendors.
Strong Photoshop and Illustrator skills.
Strong sketching and design capability.
Knowledge and understanding of fit.
Presentation skills and the ability to influence at the senior management level.
Resourceful, creative, and efficient when managing multiple projects or challenging deadlines.

Nice To Haves

AI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Senior Designer to identify seasonal big ideas, key trends, and silhouettes relevant to rag & bone, and participate in seasonal design meetings.
Design and provide inspiration for all denim categories.
Work with the Senior Designer and Design Director on wash and fabric assortments across fits.
Work with the Senior Designer to communicate wash comments to vendors.
Conduct competitive market research.
Prepare presentation boards with sketches, washes, and fabrics.
Adhere to and enforce all design calendar deadlines.
Support the process from design through development.
Collaborate with internal partners, including Design, Production, Development, and Sales, and external resources, including agents, suppliers, laundries, mills, and factories.
Manage all trim development and sampling.
Partner with Technical Design in fittings to ensure fit intent is correct.