Designer, Sweaters

NYC Alliance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement match

Summer Fridays

Discounts

Job summary

NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking a skilled Sweater Designer to conceptualize and design sweaters that reflect our commitment to quality, style, and innovation. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet market trends and our brand identity.

Based in New York, you will collaborate with product development, marketing, and merchandising to bring designs from concept to production, mentoring junior designers and staying current with fabric trends and knitting techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 3–5 years of sweater-focused fashion design experience.
• Experience designing for discount/off-price accounts is a plus.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating sweater design expertise.
• Proficient in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, PLM).
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and knitting techniques.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Passion for fashion, branding, and market trends.
• Experience collaborating with production teams from concept to market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design a sweater line reflecting trends and brand identity.
• Create technical sketches, specs, and presentations for production.
• Collaborate with product development, marketing, and merchandising.
• Research market trends for opportunities and differentiation.
• Oversee design process from concept to final production, ensuring quality.
• Mentor junior designers and foster creativity.
• Stay updated on fabric trends and knitting techniques to enhance offerings.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

PLM

Garment construction

Knitting techniques

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

PLM

Job description

NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking a highly skilled and creative Sweater - Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing sweaters that embody our commitment to quality, style, and innovation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that your designs meet both market trends and our brand identity.

At NYC Alliance Company LLC, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the fashion industry, delivering exceptional products that resonate with our customers. We are dedicated to supporting your creative vision in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design a line of sweaters that reflect the latest fashion trends and align with our customers brand's identity
• Create detailed technical sketches, specifications, and presentations for production
• Collaborate with product development, marketing, and merchandising teams to bring the design vision to life
• Research and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation
• Oversee the entire design process from concept through final production, ensuring quality standards are met
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering creativity and collaboration within the team
• Stay updated on fabric trends, knitting techniques, and garment construction to enhance product offerings

NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking a highly skilled and creative Sweater - Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing sweaters that embody our commitment to quality, style, and innovation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that your designs meet both market trends and our brand identity.

At NYC Alliance Company LLC, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the fashion industry, delivering exceptional products that resonate with our customers. We are dedicated to supporting your creative vision in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design a line of sweaters that reflect the latest fashion trends and align with our customers brand's identity
• Create detailed technical sketches, specifications, and presentations for production
• Collaborate with product development, marketing, and merchandising teams to bring the design vision to life
• Research and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation
• Oversee the entire design process from concept through final production, ensuring quality standards are met
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering creativity and collaboration within the team
• Stay updated on fabric trends, knitting techniques, and garment construction to enhance product offerings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fashion design, specifically focused on sweater design
• Experience designing for discount/off price accounts a plus
• Strong portfolio that showcases creativity and expertise in sweater design
• Proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, and PLM
• Thorough understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and knitting techniques
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines
• Strong passion for fashion, branding, and market trends
• Experience in working with production teams and executing designs from concept to market

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
• Retirement Savings Plan Match
• Summer Fridays
• Discounts and More!
• Annual Salary $85,000-95,000
• The offered salary for this position will vary based on role requirements determined by NYC Alliance, skill set and years of experience.