activewear designer

Talbots

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About us</h2>
KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America &ndash; Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. 

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good. 
About the role
The Senior Designer for Sweaters, Sleep, &amp; Balance (low impact activewear) creates and develops a marketable, woman&rsquo;s product line through the vision and illustration of design concepts appropriate for the Haven Well Within customer. The primary function of the position is to innovate and adopt new design ideas on a seasonal basis.
The impact you can have
<ul><li>Research global and domestic markets to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques</li><li>
Create and execute innovative design concepts to fill the needs of the line plan and account for departmental development and adoption ratios</li><li>
Ensure product is consistent with market trends while maintaining the Haven Well Within brand integrity and business strategy</li><li>
Set seasonal yarn direction - work with Fabric R&amp;D on research and development of qualities</li><li>
Maintain communication with Product Development, Merchandising and Sourcing teams</li><li>
Present collection at Sketch Presentation and Line Presentation</li><li>
Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attends all meetings as required</li><li>
Prepare, oversee and approve execution of tech packs</li><li>
Ensure line meets IMU goals, initiate alternate development where necessary</li><li>
Able to travel domestically approximately 4 times per year</li></ul>
You&rsquo;ll bring to the role
<ul><li>Degree in Fashion Design</li><li>
10+ years&rsquo; experience</li></ul><ul><li>
Prior sweater focused design experience</li><li>
Activewear &amp; Sleepwear experience a plus but not mandatory</li></ul><ul><li>
Superior time and project management skills; able to shift gears seamlessly and take the ball across the finish line</li><li>
Superior organizational skills</li></ul><ul><li>
Ability to sketch and execute flats and technical sketches in illustrator</li><li>
Knowledge and experience working in textile yarn research as it relates to garment development</li></ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand&rsquo;s discount policies.</li><li>
Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.</li><li>
A culture of giving back &ndash; local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.*</li><li>
Medical, dental, vision insurance &amp; 401(K).*</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</li><li>
Time off &ndash; paid time off &amp; holidays.*</li><li>
The target salary range for this role is: $115,000 - $125,000</li></ul><ul><li>Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.</li></ul><ul><li>
On-site: This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Haven Well Within office location in New York, NY.</li></ul>
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
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Location:</h2>
New York Office<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Position Type:</h2>
Regular/Full time 
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company&rsquo;s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant&rsquo;s request for reasonable accommodation.</div>

Senior Designer, Sweaters, Sleep & Balance

BCI Brands

<div>Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women's fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment. 
 
Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women's empowerment through fashion. 
THE ROLE: Junior Fashion Designer &ndash; Active/Sportswear
This role is ideal for someone early in their fashion career who&rsquo;s eager to learn, support senior designers, and contribute to the full design process&mdash;from concept through production. The Assistant Designer will work closely with the Design Director on the development of the line.
Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Assist in the design and development of women&rsquo;s sportswear from concept to production</li>
<li>Support in building design boards, sketching flats, and updating tech packs</li>
<li>Help organize and maintain design sheets and seasonal line plans</li>
<li>Research trends, colors, and materials relevant to the active and sportswear market</li>
<li>Source fabrics, trims, and prints from vendors with guidance from the senior design team</li>
<li>Assist in sample development by preparing materials and tracking sample progress</li>
<li>Set up new styles with updated fabrics and prints for sampling (in our house sample room)
</li><li>Creating cad decks for sales with notes from buyers.</li>
<li>Input sample data into asset manager</li>
<li>Stay organized with fabric swatches, trims, and internal files</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Minimum 2+ years of fashion industry experience (internships count!) preferably in sportswear or active categories</li>
<li>Must have experience in cut and sew, wovens, and knits</li>
<li>Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred</li>
<li>Basic understanding of garment construction and patterns</li>
<li>Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of Procreate a plus</li>
<li>Familiarity with tech packs and PLM systems (Exenta knowledge is a bonus)</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to sketch flats and design concepts digitally</li>
<li>Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a team-first mindset</li>
<li>Portfolio required (student or professional work welcome)</li>
</ul>The salary range for this full-time role is dependent upon experience between $50,000 -$55,000.
BCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran&rsquo;s status, genetic information, or as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law. 
Benefits<ul>
<li>Health Benefits (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>401k Program</li>
<li>Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Robust Holiday Schedule</li>
<li>Commuter Benefits</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li>
<li>Growth Opportunities!</li></ul></div>

Junior Fashion Designer - Active/Sportswear

<div>Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women's fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment. 
 
Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women's empowerment through fashion. 
THE ROLE: Assistant Designer, Sportswear
This role is ideal for someone early in their fashion career who&rsquo;s eager to learn, support senior designers, and contribute to the full design process&mdash;from concept through production. The Assistant Designer will work closely with the Design Director on the development of the line.
Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Assist in the design and development of women&rsquo;s sportswear from concept to production</li>
<li>Support in building design boards, sketching flats, and updating tech packs</li>
<li>Help organize and maintain design sheets and seasonal line plans</li>
<li>Research trends, colors, and materials relevant to the active and sportswear market</li>
<li>Source fabrics, trims, and prints from vendors with guidance from the senior design team</li>
<li>Assist in sample development by preparing materials and tracking sample progress</li>
<li>Set up new styles with updated fabrics and prints for sampling (in our house sample room)
</li><li>Creating cad decks for sales with notes from buyers.</li>
<li>Input sample data into asset manager</li>
<li>Stay organized with fabric swatches, trims, and internal files</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Minimum 2+ years of fashion industry experience (internships count!) preferably in sportswear or active categories</li>
<li>Must have experience in cut and sew, wovens, and knits</li>
<li>Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred</li>
<li>Basic understanding of garment construction and patterns</li>
<li>Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of Procreate a plus</li>
<li>Familiarity with tech packs and PLM systems (Exenta knowledge is a bonus)</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to sketch flats and design concepts digitally</li>
<li>Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a team-first mindset</li>
<li>Portfolio required (student or professional work welcome)</li>
</ul>The salary range for this full-time role is dependent upon experience between $50,000 -$55,000.
BCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran&rsquo;s status, genetic information, or as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law. 
Benefits<ul>
<li>Health Benefits (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>401k Program</li>
<li>Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Robust Holiday Schedule</li>
<li>Commuter Benefits</li>
<li>Training &amp; Development</li>
<li>Growth Opportunities!</li></ul></div>

Assistant Designer, Sportswear

MacGregor Black

<div>
 
 
 Fashion Designers &ndash; Menswear &amp; Womenswear
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Are you a trend-led designer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Do you enjoy working across diverse categories with the freedom to respond to trends in real time?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Can you balance creativity with commerciality to design products that land with impact?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 MacGregor Black
 
 is currently working with a
 
 global fashion group
 
 on the search for
 
 multiple Fashion Designers
 
 across
 
 menswear and womenswear
 
 , based in
 
 Dubai.
 
 
 
 These are hands-on, fast-moving roles designing full collections with clear brand identity and strong consumer relevance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Design commercial, trend-led collections across either
 
 menswear
 
 (streetwear, smart casual, activewear) or
 
 womenswear
 
 (partywear, smart casual, trend-led)
 </li>
 <li>
 Create detailed CADs, tech packs, and design specs to hand over to development
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with buying, merchandising, and production to ensure alignment across fit, margin, and timing
 </li>
 <li>
 React quickly to fast-moving trends, creating capsule drops and repeatable bestsellers
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct ongoing trend research, competitor analysis, and seasonal forecasting
 </li>
 <li>
 Present collections internally with clear rationale across look, feel, and function
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage multiple briefs simultaneously under tight timelines and deliverables
 </li>
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 Contribute to brand identity and visual consistency across collections
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 2&ndash;8+ years of fashion design experience in
 
 fast fashion, e-commerce, or high street
 
 environments
 </li>
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 Strong CAD and Adobe Illustrator skills, with experience creating full tech packs
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of fabrics, trims, garment construction, and fit processes
 </li>
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 Strong sense of trend forecasting and commercial styling
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly organised, with the ability to deliver against multiple deadlines
 </li>
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 Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
 </li>
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 A portfolio that shows both creative flair and commercial awareness
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Please contact
 
 Tom Honeyman
 
 for more details today.
 
</div>

Fashion Designers – Menswear & Womenswear

Tharanco Group

Tharanco Group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Freelance Technical Designer to support our Nick Graham Brand team in creating high-quality garments from concept to production. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in apparel construction, pattern making, fit evaluation, and will work closely with design, product development, and manufacturing teams.This position will be on-site 2 days a week in our New York City office.Tharanco Group designs, sources, and sells Men&rsquo;s (Golf Apparel, Dress Shirts, Active/Outdoor Apparel) and Women&rsquo;s (Dresses, Sweater &amp; Knit Tops) apparel to major retailers and boutiques/pro-shops in the US and through its own Direct to Consumer channels (Ecommerce &amp; Retail Stores). Tharanco Group Inc. has been in the Apparel Business since 1988 and has several operating divisions with offices in NYC, Secaucus NJ, and Canton MA, and 19 Retail Stores.Please visit our company website www.tharancogroup.com for more information.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Create and maintain detailed technical packages (tech packs) including construction details, measurements, BOMs, and spec sheets.</li><li>Collaborate with designers to translate creative concepts into technically feasible products.</li><li>Develop and review garment specs, ensuring accuracy for initial prototypes, fit samples, and production.</li><li>Conduct fit sessions in-person, document feedback, and make fit corrections accordingly.</li><li>Communicate with overseas factories or vendors regarding specs, construction methods, and sample corrections.</li><li>Maintain consistent fit and quality standards across categories.</li><li>Use software such as Adobe Illustrator, Excel, Unique PLM for creating tech pack and updates.</li></ul>Experience Needed:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design or equivalent experience.</li><li>3+ years of experience as a Technical Designer in the garment/apparel industry.</li><li>Strong knowledge of garment construction, grading, and pattern making.</li><li>Experience working with offshore factories and understanding of production timelines.</li><li>Excellent communication and organizational skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Excel, and technical spec software (e.g., PLM, Browzwear is a plus).</li><li>Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li></ul>Preferred Skills:<ul><li>Experience in a specific category (e.g., womenswear, menswear, activewear, denim, children&rsquo;s wear).</li><li>Familiarity with BZW- 3D garment visualization tools.</li><li>Experience working with sustainable materials or production methods.</li></ul>Job Type: Part-timePay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hourExpected hours: 16 per weekWork Location: In person

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