Senior Design Director: Performance Apparel Leader

Noto Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Noto Group is seeking a Sr. Director of Design to lead the creative vision and execution across apparel categories. This role requires a strong conceptual designer who collaborates with merchandising, sourcing, and marketing teams to translate athlete insights into high-performance products.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in apparel design, particularly in performance or athletic wear. Responsibilities include leading the design process, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic, and mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of apparel design experience with a strong focus on performance apparel.
• Previous experience at performance brands like Nike or lululemon is preferred.
• Strong sense of style and understanding of macro trends in performance design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design vision and execution across all product lines.
• Translate athlete insights into cohesive apparel design solutions.
• Drive the design process from concept to final product.

Skills

Apparel design experience

Performance construction techniques

Technical fabrics knowledge

Sketching and concept creation

Collaboration skills

Education

4-year Design Degree from accredited University or Design School

Job description

Noto Group is seeking a Sr. Director of Design to lead the creative vision and execution across apparel categories. This role requires a strong conceptual designer who collaborates with merchandising, sourcing, and marketing teams to translate athlete insights into high-performance products.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in apparel design, particularly in performance or athletic wear. Responsibilities include leading the design process, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic, and mentoring junior team members.