Fashion Designer

Sperton Global AS • Village of Highland Falls, NY

2d • Remote

About The Position

Sperton Global AS, a global recruitment and consulting firm with offices across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, has partnered with a U.S.-based, fast-growing DTC fashion and apparel brand. We are looking for a Fashion Designer for a hands-on, remote role focused on the U.S. market.
This role bridges the gap between high-fashion aesthetics and technical athletic performance. You will be responsible for the end-to-end product lifecycle, from raw material innovation to final production-ready tech packs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related fields.
• 4+ years of professional experience in activewear/fashion design, ideally within high-growth DTC brands or premium lifestyle apparel.
• Strong illustration skills with a portfolio that demonstrates technical flats, mood boards, and the transition from concept to functional product.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator are mandatory).
• Advanced textile knowledge, including fabric sourcing, technical specifications, and a deep understanding of performance knits and compression materials.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to independently execute complex design projects in a remote environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, specifically for collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseas manufacturing partners.

Responsibilities

• Creative Direction & Concepting: Lead the design of seasonal activewear collections that blend technical performance with the "Studio-to-Street" aesthetic prevalent in the U.S. market.
• Product Engineering: Design high-performance garments from initial sketch to final seal. This includes defining fabric weight (GSM), moisture-wicking properties, and specific fiber blends.
• Technical Excellence: Develop comprehensive Tech Packs including BOM (Bill of Materials), graded measurement specs, and detailed construction callouts (e.g., flatlock stitching, bonding, laser-cutting).
• Sample & Fit Iteration: Lead rigorous fit sessions and sample reviews to ensure superior movement, compression, and comfort.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor social commerce trends (TikTok/Instagram) and athlete insights to ensure the brand remains at the forefront of the "athleisure" movement.
• Operational Management: Oversee the material procurement process and manage the design calendar to meet DTC "fast-drop" timelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level