RTW Designer

24 Seven Talent; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent is seeking a talented RTW Soft Wovens Designer to craft elevated collections across dresses, tops, skirts, pants, and other woven categories. You will bring a strong point of view, technical skill, and deep knowledge of fit, fabrication, and construction.

The role involves design development, trend research, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver production‑ready samples. You will maintain organized design records and contribute to cohesive, marketable collections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field.
• 3–5 years of soft wovens design experience.
• Experience taking collections from concept through production.
• Strong illustration and design skills with proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Deep knowledge of woven fabrics, garment construction, fit, patternmaking, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design development: create original soft woven designs reflecting brand aesthetic and customer needs.
• Trend research and innovation: analyze trends, sources of inspiration, and new silhouette ideas.
• Sample development: collaborate with design/production to develop samples from concept to approval and provide feedback on fit and construction.
• Quality and standards: ensure designs meet brand standards and commercial goals; review samples.
• Documentation and organization: maintain records of fabrics, trims, specs, and approvals; report progress.

Skills

Illustration skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or Textile Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

We are seeking a talented RTW Soft Wovens Designer to create elevated, commercially relevant collections across dresses, tops, skirts, pants, and other woven categories. This person will bring a strong point of view, excellent technical skills, and an understanding of fit, fabrication, and construction.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Development

• Create original soft woven designs that reflect the brand aesthetic, seasonal direction, and customer needs.
• Develop detailed sketches, technical flats, design specifications, color stories, and fabrications for each collection.
• Select appropriate fabrics, trims, washes, and finishes to achieve the desired look, hand feel, and quality.

Trend Research & Innovation

• Research current and emerging fashion trends, competitor assortments, fabric developments, and market opportunities.
• Source inspiration through retail, runway, vintage, trade shows, fabric fairs, and industry events.
• Explore new silhouettes, details, prints, treatments, and construction techniques that elevate the collection.

Sample Development

• Partner with technical design, product development, and production teams to develop and refine samples from concept through approval.
• Participate in fittings and provide clear feedback on fit, proportion, construction, quality, and functionality.
• Work collaboratively with vendors to resolve sample issues and ensure designs are production-ready.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, production, and cross-functional partners to create cohesive, marketable collections.
• Present design concepts, mood boards, seasonal direction, and collection overviews to internal teams.
• Communicate clearly with suppliers, manufacturers, and external partners to support accurate and timely sample development.

Quality & Standards

• Maintain a high level of quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail across all designs.
• Ensure collections align with brand standards, target customer preferences, and commercial goals.
• Review production samples as needed to confirm final product meets approved design, fit, and quality expectations.

Documentation & Organization

• Maintain organized records of design development, fabrics, trims, specifications, and approvals.
• Prepare updates on design progress, collection status, and market feedback.
• Follow established company processes and timelines throughout the design and development cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of soft wovens design experience within the fashion industry.
• Proven ability to take collections from concept through production.
• Strong illustration and design skills with proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Deep knowledge of woven fabrications, garment construction, fit, patternmaking, and technical specifications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, collaborative, and able to translate a clear design point of view into compelling, wearable product.