RTW Designer

Fourth Floor; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fourth Floor is seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented RTW Designer to join our team in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and can translate inspiration into commercially viable product concepts across multiple categories.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and global vendors to bring each collection to life, from concept through development, maintaining tech packs and BOMs and delivering precise sketches, CADs, and embroidery artwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fashion design, preferably in fast-paced contemporary apparel.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; CAD/3D tooling knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design across RTW, Lingerie, Knitwear, and Swimwear; create detailed sketches, CADs, and artworks.
• Develop embroidery artwork and understand embroidery techniques.
• Maintain tech packs and BOMs with Technical Design and Product Development teams.
• Understand garment construction, fit, and manufacturing processes across categories.
• Participate in fit sessions and communicate fit corrections via live fittings and 3D CAD revisions.
• Maintain product information, fabric descriptions, construction details, and copy.
• Create and update internal design line sheets and seasonal tools.
• Support and prioritize workload of a Design Assistant; provide guidance.
• Coordinate with overseas vendors and factory partners on development and approvals.
• Conduct trend research to inform seasonal concepts and product direction.

Skills

Creative design

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

CAD sketching

Procreate

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD software

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented RTW Designer to join their team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong design perspective, and is passionate about creating innovative products across multiple categories. This role requires exceptional organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple seasons and product launches simultaneously.

You will play a key role in supporting the design process from concept through development, partnering closely with cross-functional teams and global vendors to bring each collection to life.

What You'll Do

• Design across multiple categories, including RTW, Lingerie, Knitwear, and Swimwear.
• Create highly detailed sketches, CADs, and artworks that clearly communicate design intent.
• Develop embroidery artwork and demonstrate a strong understanding of embroidery techniques.
• Develop, maintain, and update tech packs and BOMs in partnership with Technical Design and Product Development teams.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and manufacturing processes across multiple product categories.
• Participate in fit sessions and effectively communicate fit corrections through live fittings and 3D CAD revisions.
• Maintain accurate product information, including fabric descriptions, garment construction details, and product copy.
• Create and update internal design line sheets and seasonal collection tools.
• Assist in managing and prioritizing the workload of a Design Assistant, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Communicate regularly with overseas vendors and factory partners to track development, approvals, and sample progress.
• Conduct ongoing trend, market, vintage, and competitive research to inform seasonal concepts and product direction.

Who You Are

• Highly creative with a strong eye for trend, color, silhouette, and detail.
• Able to translate inspiration into commercially viable product concepts.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop; Procreate experience is a plus.
• Strong sketching and CAD skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented with a willingness to learn and take initiative.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fashion design role, preferably within a fast-paced contemporary or specialty apparel environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match, if applicable.

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