Senior Designer, Premium Cut & Sew Knits & Sweats

GOOD AMERICAN

Beverly Hills (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Good American is seeking a Senior Designer for Cut & Sew Knits and Sweats to lead the design and development of our knits category. This role focuses on elevated, trend-driven collections that balance creativity, commerciality, and innovation.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in women's contemporary or premium apparel, with expertise in jersey, fleece, rib, and other cut & sew knit fabrics, and is passionate about product in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
7+ years of design experience within women's contemporary or premium apparel.
Strong experience designing Cut & Sew Knits & Sweats.
Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, drape, and fabrication.
Excellent sketching, CAD, and technical flat skills.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
Experience working with overseas vendors and factories.
Strong understanding of the apparel product development process from concept through production.
Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of seasonal Cut & Sew Knit and Sweats collections from concept through production.
Research market trends, runway, competitive landscape, and emerging consumer behaviors to identify new opportunities.
Develop seasonal color palettes, print direction, fabric concepts, silhouettes, and design details.
Create presentation boards, sketches, technical flats, and CADs to communicate design intent.
Partner closely with Product Development, Technical Design, Production, Merchandising, and Planning throughout the product lifecycle.
Attend fittings and collaborate with Technical Design to ensure fit and construction align with design intent.
Source innovative fabrics, trims, washes, and finishes while maintaining quality and cost objectives.
Build seasonal assortments balancing fashion, versatility, and business objectives.
Present seasonal concepts and product strategies to executive leadership.
Mentor and support junior designers while fostering a collaborative team environment.