R & O Design Inc Looking For Cut & Sew Knit Designer AT New York, New York Full Time

We are an established designer, manufacturer and distributor of women’s apparel looking for a motivated and talented designer to join our team. 

Job Responsibilities

• Provide reliable and responsible support to the Sr. Knit Designer
• Identify new trends, innovations, opportunities, and assist in the creation of seasonal design concepts to final product 
• Shop local markets for inspiration
• Must be able to create detailed flat sketches and tech packs
• Source new fabrics for each season
• Communicate with the factories in getting all samples, fabrics, trims on a timely basis
• Assist in preparing showroom for presentation to buyers
• Create presentation decks for virtual meetings
• Ability to create CADs and make alterations quickly as needed
• Participate in fit sessions
• Excellent eye for specs, proportion, fit, and construction
• Experience in issuing production comments for lab dips and strike offs
• Day to day upkeep of filing and organization
• Some woven experience is a plus

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Fashion Design
• At least 7+ years of design experience in Women’s Cut & Sew Casual Knits including Athleisure
• Must have advanced skills in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Must be a team player as well as able to work independently
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Positive and professional attitude

Salary

• $90,000+ commensurate with experience
• Benefits include employer paid health insurance, 401K, paid time off