Sleepwear Designer — NYC, Trend-Driven & Production‑Ready

IsaacMorris; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Isaac Morris Ltd. in New York seeks a Sleepwear Designer with hands-on experience to translate line direction into fashionable sleepwear, from fabric to print placement.

You will collaborate with product development and overseas factories, maintain design files, and build compelling retail presentations. A background in licensed apparel is a plus; the role offers a fast-paced environment in our NYC office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing sleepwear (loungewear, pajama sets, sleep separates); licensed apparel experience a strong plus
• Deep understanding of sleepwear fabrications, trims, construction, and fit
• A strong merchandising skillset — you understand what the customer needs and how to build an assortment that sells
• Expertise developing samples with overseas partners and communicating clear, accurate design intent
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; strong CAD and presentation skills
• Sharp eye for trend, color, and print, backed by disciplined market analysis
• Excellent organization and communication; able to manage multiple programs on tight calendars
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Interpret seasonal line direction into original, commercially strong sleepwear designs across licensed and branded programs
• Partner with the product development team and overseas factory partners to develop samples, ensuring correct fabric selection, construction, and print execution
• Create and maintain artwork, CADs, and tech-ready design files
• Own tech packing, sketching, and fit review, and maintain an organized design library
• Develop packaging and merchandising concepts that bring programs to life at retail
• Build polished presentation decks for internal reviews and buyer meetings, with strong attention to formatting and storytelling
• Lead trend research and translate market analysis into actionable design direction
• Comp shop and analyze the competitive landscape to keep our assortments ahead of the market
• Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, sales, and licensing teams to ensure designs meet customer and licensor requirements

Skills

Sleepwear design

Merchandising

Trend analysis

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

CAD

Job description

Isaac Morris Ltd. in New York seeks a Sleepwear Designer with hands-on experience to translate line direction into fashionable sleepwear, from fabric to print placement.

You will collaborate with product development and overseas factories, maintain design files, and build compelling retail presentations. A background in licensed apparel is a plus; the role offers a fast-paced environment in our NYC office.