Designer, Sports

G-III Apparel Group•New York, NY

15d•Onsite

About The Position

G-III Apparel Group is seeking a creative and highly motivated Menswear Designer to join its Sports team. The position supports the design and development of seasonal menswear collections from concept through final product, working closely with Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, Production, and overseas teams to ensure products align with brand direction, meet commercial needs, and are delivered on time. The designer researches trends and competitive activity, develops seasonal concepts and collections, and creates sketches, CADs, colorways, technical design information, and tech packs. The role also involves working with teams on fabric, trim, wash, and sample development; participating in fittings; reviewing samples and communicating revisions; and maintaining seasonal design files and development information. The role is on-site in Midtown Manhattan’s Fashion District in New York City. G-III Apparel Group describes itself as a global expert in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, with more than 30 licensed and owned brands. The company offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, PTO, company holidays, and employee discounts. The stated salary is $90,000 per year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent professional experience.
4+ years of apparel design experience, preferably within menswear.
Strong knowledge of garment construction, fabrications, trims, color, and apparel development processes.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Experience creating CADs, technical sketches, and tech packs.
Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
Strong understanding of current menswear trends and the competitive marketplace.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Research seasonal trends, color, fabric, details, and competitive market activity to support seasonal concepts.
Design seasonal menswear collections in alignment with brand direction and business needs.
Create detailed sketches, CADs, colorways, and technical design information using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Develop and maintain seasonal color palettes, fabrications, trims, prints, and design details.
Create and update tech packs and communicate design intent to cross-functional and overseas partners.
Partner with Product Development and sourcing teams on fabric, trim, wash, and sample development.
Participate in fittings and provide design comments to maintain fit, construction, and aesthetic intent.
Review samples throughout development and communicate revisions clearly and accurately.
Collaborate with Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, and Production to meet seasonal timelines, costing objectives, and business needs.
Maintain accurate design files, line sheets, boards, and seasonal development information.
Stay current on menswear trends, competitive brands, consumer preferences, and emerging market opportunities.