Sr. Designer: Women's Sweaters

Buck Mason; West Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Buck Mason, located in West Virginia, is seeking a highly qualified womenswear knit designer to join their Design Team. The ideal candidate will direct report to the VP of Product & Design and be engaged in the concept and development of the Company's knit collection. Responsibilities include executing technical packages, conducting research, and working closely with manufacturing partners.

Candidates should have over 5 years of experience and expert knowledge in yarn and knit construction, garment washes, as well as proficiency in Adobe Suite. This role is designed for motivated and creative individuals ready to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in domestic and import womenswear knit design.
• Expertise in yarn, knit construction, garment wash, and dye processes.
• Strong skills in Adobe Suite and market trends related to womenswear.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the VP of Product & Design.
• Concept and develop the Buck Mason knit collection.
• Conduct research on fabrics, colors, fits, and washes for seasonal concepts.

Skills

Womenswear knit experience

Knowledge of yarn and knit construction

Garment wash, dye, and processing

Fabric development

Adobe Suite expertise

Market trends knowledge

Vintage womenswear detailing

Job description

Are you passionate about womenswear knit design? Are you obsessed with designing and engineering the perfect closet staples? We're looking for highly qualified designers to join our Design Team!

Day to day

• Direct report to VP of Product & Design
• Work with head of department to concept and develop Buck Mason knit collection
• Conduct fabric, color, fit, and wash research for seasonal concepts
• Execute technical sketches for initial technical packages
• Attend fittings and update all design and development information
• Work with manufacturing partners to execute product through concept, development, wash, and finishing

Qualifications

• 5+ years domestic and import womenswear knit experience
• Expert knowledge of yarn and knit construction
• Expert knowledge of garment wash, dye, and processing
• Expert knowledge of fabric development
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Suite
• Excellent knowledge of market trends and creative direction
• Excellent knowledge of vintage womenswear, military and utilitarian detailing

You are

• Highly motivated & entrepreneurial
• Highly Creative
• Concept driven
• Energetic
• Detail Oriented
• Hard working