Senior Designer, Marc by Marc Jacobs Sportswear

G-III Apparel Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including医 med?

PTO and company holidays

Job summary

G-III Apparel Group is seeking a Senior Designer for Marc by Marc Jacobs Sportswear in New York City. The role leads design and development of contemporary women's sportswear, balancing creativity with commercial goals.

The candidate will oversee from concept to production, collaborating with Merchandising, Production, Technical Design, and Sales to ensure brand integrity and timely execution. A strong portfolio and 8–10+ years in womenswear is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or technical degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 8–10+ years of professional apparel design experience focusing on women's sportswear.
• Extensive experience designing coordinated women's sportswear collections, including woven and knit separates, skirts and pants.
• Portfolio showcasing contemporary women's sportswear collections required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of seasonal Marc by Marc Jacobs women's sportswear collections from concept through prototypes.
• Research trends, fabrics, trims, colors, and silhouettes to establish seasonal concepts.
• Develop cohesive sportswear collections including woven and knit tops, jackets, skirts, pants.
• Create hand sketches, CADs, and technical packs with garment construction knowledge.
• Coordinate with overseas factories and provide design direction and samples.
• Review prototypes, fittings, and communicate revisions with specs and comments.
• Mentor junior designers and manage multiple projects to meet milestones.

Skills

Illustrator

Photoshop

CAD

Tech packs

Trend forecasting

Leadership

Hand sketching

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Designer, Marc by Marc Jacobs Sportswear

#408

New York, New York, United States

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Designer

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)

Department: Marc by Marc Jacobs – Sportswear

Reports To: Director of Design

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Designer to join our Marc by Marc Jacobs Sportswear team. This role will lead the design and development of contemporary women's sportswear collections that reflect the Marc by Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic while balancing creativity, trend, and commercial success. The Senior Designer will oversee the design process from initial concept through production, ensuring cohesive seasonal assortments that align with merchandising objectives and business goals.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in women's sportswear design, exceptional creative and technical skills, and the ability to independently manage seasonal collections while collaborating cross-functionally to execute fashion-forward product.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of seasonal Marc by Marc Jacobs women's sportswear collections from initial concept through final approved prototypes.
• Research current and emerging fashion trends, fabrics, trims, colors, silhouettes, and market direction to establish seasonal concepts aligned with the Marc by Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic.
• Develop cohesive, fashion-forward sportswear collections, including woven tops, knit tops, sweaters, jackets, skirts, pants, and other sportswear separates.
• Create detailed hand sketches, CADs, and comprehensive technical packages with a strong understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrication, and finishing.
• Communicate seasonal design concepts and development direction to overseas factories, requesting initial treatments, mock-ups, and prototype samples.
• Review prototypes, attend fittings, evaluate garment construction, and communicate revisions using annotated sketches, specifications, and fit comments.
• Partner closely with Merchandising, Production, Technical Design, Product Development, and Sales to ensure design integrity and successful product execution.
• Source and develop seasonal fabrics, trims, prints, embellishments, and other design components while managing development approvals with overseas vendors.
• Evaluate collection development and refine styles to support seasonal merchandising objectives, line plans, and SKU targets.
• Oversee sample development and maintain seasonal design calendars to ensure timely execution of key milestones and deadlines.
• Support seasonal line reviews, collection presentations, and market appointments, communicating design direction and product development updates to leadership.
• Follow garments through production to ensure accurate execution of design, fabrication, color, construction, and overall creative intent.
• Mentor junior members of the Design team while managing multiple projects and maintaining seasonal development priorities.

Who You Are:

• A creative design leader with a passion for contemporary women's sportswear and a strong eye for detail.
• A strategic thinker who balances innovation, creativity, and commercial awareness.
• A collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• An effective communicator who builds strong relationships with cross-functional teams and overseas partners.
• A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of seasonal collections and drives projects from concept through production.
• A highly organized professional who can manage multiple seasonal priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or technical degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 8–10+ years of professional apparel design experience, with a strong focus on women's sportswear.
• Extensive experience designing coordinated women's sportswear collections, including woven and knit separates, sweaters, jackets, skirts, and pants.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong hand sketching, CAD, technical package development, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of garment construction, pattern development, fit, fabrication, and the apparel product development process.
• Experience working in a high SKU-count environment.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and vendors.
• Strong trend forecasting abilities and the ability to translate runway and market inspiration into commercially viable collections.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Portfolio showcasing contemporary women's sportswear collections required.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• PTO and company holidays

The salary for this position is: $120,000 per year.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.

Location(s)

512 7th Avenue, New York , New York 10018 , United States

Pay Range

$120,000

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