Lead Men’s RTW Designer — Off-Price Private Label (NYC)

Jannine Abadi Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jannine Abadi Associates is seeking a creative Men's Designer in New York, NY. This role involves leading the design process of Men's Ready-to-Wear collections and requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, particularly in Off-Price retail. The designer will work closely with the Design Director and mentor an Assistant Designer while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and a strong understanding of fashion trends are essential. The position is primarily in the office 4 days a week.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Men’s Design or Activewear.
• Strong understanding of trends in men’s fashion.
• Experience working with Off-Price and Mass Market retailers.
• Excel in sketching and CAD using Adobe Illustrator.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Men’s RTW apparel collections.
• Create tech packs and communicate with overseas factories.
• Mentor an Assistant Designer and align on seasonal goals.
• Conduct market analysis and report on trends.
• Collaborate with merchandising and sales teams.

Skills

Men's Design experience

Trend analysis

Technical knowledge

Adobe Illustrator

Collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Excel

Job description

Jannine Abadi Associates is seeking a creative Men's Designer in New York, NY. This role involves leading the design process of Men's Ready-to-Wear collections and requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, particularly in Off-Price retail. The designer will work closely with the Design Director and mentor an Assistant Designer while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and a strong understanding of fashion trends are essential. The position is primarily in the office 4 days a week.