Apparel Designer - Hybrid

Location: NYC-based, hybrid (3 - 4 days in office) Compensation: TBD (depending on experience and days of week agreed upon) A fast-growing direct-to-consumer athletic brand based in New York City, is hiring an Apparel Designer to help define the next generation of performance lifestyle apparel. The brand is at an exciting inflection point—building on a strong foundation in performance apparel while expanding into new categories and deepening its connection with a passionate, athletic community. This role is ideal for a designer who understands that the best performance apparel works as hard as the people who wear it. The team is seeking someone who's equally comfortable designing technical performance gear and elevated everyday pieces—someone who can balance function, fit, and style while keeping the brand's voice clear and consistent. You'll work directly with the founder and a lean, collaborative team to design, develop, and bring products to life from concept through production. What You’ll Do Lead apparel design from concept to production, including sketching, tech packs, fabric selection, fit sessions, and sample reviews Develop seasonal collections that merge technical performance with lifestyle aesthetics, ensuring every piece solves a real problem for the customer Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify opportunities and stay ahead of shifts in activewear, athleisure, and men's lifestyle Partner with manufacturers and vendors to source innovative fabrics, trims, and construction methods that meet quality, performance, and cost targets Build and maintain detailed tech packs and spec sheets, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the development process Manage fit sessions and wear testing to ensure products meet functional requirements and brand standards Collaborate with merchandising, product development, and marketing teams to ensure collections align with brand vision and business goals Stay connected to the customer: understand how t