Menswear Designer- RTW Private label

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

We are seeking a creative, organized, and forward-thinking Men’s Designer to join our growing team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Design Director to drive the vision, development, and execution of Men’s Ready-to-Wear collections from concept through production. This will be designing this well known RTW Menswear brand for Off Price.

This will be 4 days in office in Midtown NYC.

This position is ideal for a proactive designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys cross-functional collaboration, and can confidently manage multiple projects while mentoring an Assistant Designer.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the research, concept development, and execution of Men’s RTW apparel collections
• Develop seasonal design vision, color direction, fabric stories, and item-driven assortments aligned with brand DNA
• Design commercially viable collections that work independently and within a larger merchandised assortment
• Partner closely with the Design Director and retail partners on Private Label collections
• Execute the full design process from initial concept through final fit and production approval
• Create detailed tech packs and maintain clear communication with overseas factories and development teams
• Review all development, production, PP, and TOP samples while providing detailed comments and corrective feedback to factories
• Approve fabrics, trims, strike-offs, lab dips, and production qualities throughout the development cycle
• Identify innovative fabrications, trims, washes, and modern updates to classic silhouettes
• Generate and maintain seasonal T&A calendars to ensure timely execution across all categories
• Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, technical design, product development, sales, and production teams
• Manage and mentor an Assistant Designer while ensuring alignment with seasonal goals and deadlines
• Utilize AI tools and emerging technology to elevate CAD presentations, streamline workflows, and enhance visual storytelling
• Conduct mandatory store research and market analysis reports every other Friday, highlighting emerging trends, competitive insights, merchandising opportunities, and product direction

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Men’s Design, Activewear, or related apparel categories
• Strong understanding of trends in men’s fashion, fabric, color, print, and silhouette development
• Experience developing seasonal collections and managing multiple concurrent projects
• Experience working with Off-Price and Mass Market retailers (A MUST)
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to create comprehensive and production-ready tech packs
• Excellent sketching and CAD skills in Adobe Illustrator
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; Excel experience is a plus
• Knowledge of fabrics, yarns, trims, garment construction, and production processes
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to confidently interface with retail management and cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

This Role Is Perfect For Someone Who:

• Can clearly articulate what success looks like for a product category
• Takes pride in organization, precision, and execution
• Thrives in a creative, entrepreneurial, and innovative environment
• Enjoys motivating and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Brings positive energy, initiative, and strong leadership skills
• Is passionate about both the creative and operational sides of design