Lead Designer - Children's Wear & Brand Studio

Haddad Brands; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Haddad Brands in New York is seeking a senior Designer to lead cross-functional teams, develop seasonal apparel lines, and support brand objectives. You will collaborate with Graphic Design, Sales and Merchandising to translate trends into market-ready products.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Fashion Design and 5+ years of experience, with strong Adobe Creative Suite proficiency and excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 5+ years in fashion industry, children’s wear knowledge a plus.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Research market trends on style, fit and color to guide brand strategy.
• Create CAD sketches of styles in development.
• Review and approve technical packs and prepare new packs as needed.
• Coordinate milestones, fabric requests and sourcing timelines with design team.
• Lead design process to align with brand strategy and merchandise objectives.
• Attend fittings and provide design feedback.
• Prepare line reviews and materials for market and corporate meetings.
• Maintain seasonal design catalogs for accuracy.
• Communicate design changes to cross-functional teams.
• Oversee design operations and sourcing line development information.
• Train and develop Associate/Assistant Designers.
• Assist in Fashion Show concepting and Go-sees with Marketing.
• Handle special projects.

Skills

Trend research

CAD sketches

Technical packs

Brand development

Team leadership

Communication

Presentation skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Haddad Brands in New York is seeking a senior Designer to lead cross-functional teams, develop seasonal apparel lines, and support brand objectives. You will collaborate with Graphic Design, Sales and Merchandising to translate trends into market-ready products.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Fashion Design and 5+ years of experience, with strong Adobe Creative Suite proficiency and excellent communication and leadership skills.