Designer - Men's Outdoor Apparel

Our client, an apparel wholesaler, is seeking a Designer to join their Men's Outdoor Apparel team in NYC!Responsibilities:Lead the design process from concept through productionConduct market research and identify product opportunitiesDevelop inspiration boards, color palettes, and presentationsCreate garment sketches and CAD'sSelect fabrics, trims, labels, and washesApply graphics, branding, and artworkBuild detailed tech packsCommunicate with overseas factories dailyParticipate in fit sessionsReview and approve production submissionsQualifications:5+ years of experience in apparel designStrong understanding of apparel construction and materialsExperience working directly with overseas factoriesExperience in outdoor, workwear, or lifestyle product categoriesProficient in Adobe Creative SuiteStrong CAD, sketching, and tech pack creation skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsPlease submit a resume for consideration!You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early. Show more Show less