Designer, Men's Cut & Sew

rag & bone, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Clothing Allowance

Generous Employee Discount

Paid Parental Leave

Membership to Calm and access to other

wellness benefits

Medical, dental, vision and ancillary

401k

Job summary

rag & bone, Inc. in New York seeks a creative Cut & Sew Men's Designer to join our menswear design team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with a menswear brand and a strong eye for subtle design details that align with our brand identity and commercial goals. You will design and develop cut-and-sew styles for the men's collection, study seasonal trends, apply print techniques, and collaborate with product development to ensure perfect fit and construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 5 years of experience designing for a menswear brand, with a focus on cut-and-sew garments.
• Strong understanding of menswear aesthetics and subtle design details.
• Knowledge of print techniques, garment washes, and garment dye processes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Excellent sketching and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop cut-and-sew styles for the men's collection, including tops, bottoms, and outerwear.
• Research and interpret seasonal trends and fabrics to create compelling design concepts.
• Apply knowledge of print techniques (screen printing, digital printing, heat transfer, etc.) to enhance garment design.
• Demonstrate expertise in garment washes and garment dye techniques to achieve desired aesthetics and finishes.
• Create detailed technical sketches and design presentations using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Collaborate with product development and technical design teams to ensure accurate fit and construction.
• Source and select appropriate fabrics, trims, and finishes for each style
• Participate in fittings and provide design input to maintain brand standards and quality.
• Manage design timelines to meet seasonal calendar deadlines.

Skills

Menswear design

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Trend interpretation

Fittings coordination

Fabric knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Cut & Sew Men's Designer to join our menswear design team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working for a menswear brand and a strong understanding of the subtlety and nuance required in men's design. This role focuses on creating innovative cut-and-sew garments while maintaining brand identity and commercial appeal.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop cut-and-sew styles for the men's collection, including tops, bottoms, and outerwear.
• Research and interpret seasonal trends and fabrics to create compelling design concepts.
• Apply knowledge of print techniques (screen printing, digital printing, heat transfer, etc.) to enhance garment design.
• Demonstrate expertise in garment washes and garment dye techniques to achieve desired aesthetics and finishes.
• Create detailed technical sketches and design presentations using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Collaborate with product development and technical design teams to ensure accurate fit and construction.
• Source and select appropriate fabrics, trims, and finishes for each style
• Participate in fittings and provide design input to maintain brand standards and quality.
• Manage design timelines to meet seasonal calendar deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 5 years of experience designing for a menswear brand, with a focus on cut-and-sew garments.
• Strong understanding of menswear aesthetics and subtle design details.
• Knowledge of print techniques, garment washes, and garment dye processes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Excellent sketching and presentation skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with trend forecasting and market analysis.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials and practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Rules we live by

• Be a Good Human - Be original, be authentic. Stand for diversity, equitability & inclusivity.
• Have No Fear - Innovate, solve problems
• Own Every Decision - Work together, get results
• Quality Matters - Not only with product but we see it in our people
• Make S**t Happen -Be disciplined, be competitive

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Clothing Allowance
• Generous Employee Discount
• Paid Parental Leave
• Membership to Calm and access to other wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
• 401k

Pay up to $80-90K