Denim Designer

SourceLab Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SourceLab Search in New York is seeking a talented Denim Designer to join our growing design team. Reporting to the Design Director, this individual will support the design and development of contemporary women's denim collections, helping bring innovative concepts to life from initial inspiration through production.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced fashion organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 3–5 years of women's denim design experience.
• Strong understanding of denim construction, wash techniques, and fabrication.
• Experience creating CADs, technical sketches, and production-ready tech packs.
• Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop seasonal women's denim collections, including jeans, shorts, skirts, jackets, and fashion denim pieces.
• Research current and emerging fashion, denim, and cultural trends to identify new ideas, silhouettes, and wash concepts.
• Create seasonal mood boards, color stories, wash direction, and category presentations.
• Develop detailed CAD sketches, technical flats, and presentation boards using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Assist in fabric, trim, and wash development by partnering with mills, laundries, and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with Technical Design to review fits, evaluate samples, and ensure design vision integrity.
• Participate in fittings and provide fit comments to support product improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive tech packs detailing construction, wash expectations, trim specs, and garment details.
• Work cross-functionally with Product Development, Sourcing, Merchandising, and Production teams for calendars.
• Conduct competitive shopping and market research to identify emerging trends and denim innovations.
• Support seasonal line reviews and presentations for internal teams and retail partners.
• Track and manage sample development from concept through final approval.
• Maintain awareness of consumer preferences, market shifts, and competitive brands.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

CAD sketches

Tech packs

Product development lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM systems

Job description

We are seeking a talented and trend-driven Denim Designer to join our growing design team. Reporting to the Design Director, this individual will support the design and development of contemporary women's denim collections, helping bring innovative concepts to life from initial inspiration through production. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of denim construction, fit, washes, fabrications, and market trends, combined with a passion for creating fashion-right, commercially successful products.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced fashion organization.

4 days in office

$90K-$100K

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop seasonal women's denim collections, including jeans, shorts, skirts, jackets, and fashion denim pieces.
• Research current and emerging fashion, denim, and cultural trends to identify new ideas, silhouettes, and wash concepts.
• Create seasonal mood boards, color stories, wash direction, and category presentations.
• Develop detailed CAD sketches, technical flats, and presentation boards using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Assist in fabric, trim, and wash development by partnering with mills, laundries, and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Design to review fits, evaluate samples, and ensure the integrity of the design vision throughout development.
• Participate in fittings and provide detailed fit comments to support product improvement and consistency.
• Prepare comprehensive tech packs, detailing construction, wash expectations, trim specifications, and garment details.
• Work cross-functionally with Product Development, Sourcing, Merchandising, and Production teams to ensure timely execution of seasonal calendars.
• Conduct competitive shopping and market research to identify emerging trends, new denim innovations, and opportunities for category growth.
• Support seasonal line reviews and presentations for internal teams and retail partners.
• Track and manage sample development from concept through final approval.
• Maintain strong awareness of consumer preferences, market shifts, and competitive brands within the denim landscape.
• Utilize AI-powered creative and design tools to support trend research, concept development, and workflow efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 3-5 years of professional design experience, with a strong focus on women's denim.
• Strong understanding of denim construction, garment anatomy, wash techniques, and fabrication.
• Experience creating detailed CADs, technical sketches, and production-ready tech packs.
• Knowledge of the product development lifecycle, including fitting, sampling, and production processes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with overseas factories, mills, and wash facilities is preferred.
• Familiarity with PLM systems is a plus.
• Interest in emerging technology and AI applications within the design process is highly desirable.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong creative eye with an understanding of current fashion and denim trends.
• Excellent color, wash, fabric, and silhouette sensibility.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple seasons simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for denim, innovation, and product excellence.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently delivers trend-right denim designs that align with the brand aesthetic and customer needs.
• Demonstrates strong ownership throughout the development process from concept through final production.
• Contributes fresh ideas and innovative approaches to fabric, wash, fit, and silhouette development.
• Builds strong partnerships across Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Sourcing, and Production teams.
• Helps drive category growth through commercially successful and fashion-forward product.