Senior Fashion Designer

We are seeking a highly experienced and trend-driven Senior Fashion Designer to join our New York office. This role will play a critical part in translating U.S. market trends into commercially viable product concepts, working closely with cross-functional teams across design, merchandising, and global partners. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the U.S. retail landscape and can balance creative direction with commercial execution. Key Responsibilities Lead seasonal design development aligned with U.S. market trends and customer needs Translate trend insights into clear, commercially viable product concepts Develop mood boards, color palettes, and design direction for key categories Create and oversee apparel design execution across multiple programs Collaborate closely with merchandising, sales, and production teams to ensure alignment from concept to final product Present design concepts and seasonal direction to internal teams and external partners Maintain awareness of competitive landscape, retail trends, and emerging consumer preferences Support fast-paced development cycles with a strong sense of urgency and ownership Qualifications 7+ years of experience in apparel design, preferably within U.S. retail (mass, department, or specialty) Strong understanding of U.S. market trends and consumer behavior Proven ability to balance creativity with commercial viability Experience working with cross-functional and global teams Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) Strong presentation and communication skills Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Experience working with private label or licensed brands Strong background in apparel design with a focus on style development and silhouette Ability to translate fashion trends into commercially viable, market-ready styles Ability to work closely with offshore teams and manage development timelines Who We Are We are a global apparel manufacturing and design partner, serving as a strategic hub connecting U.S. market insight with product development and execution. We collaborate closely with leading U.S. and global retailers to deliver trend-relevant, commercially successful apparel programs. Why Join Us Direct exposure to major U.S. retail accounts Opportunity to shape design direction with real market impact Collaborative, fast-paced, and globally connected environment Salary $80,000-$110,000 *Final Salary / title will be determined based on experience and qualifications, with flexibility for strong candidates. *All interested candidates must submit a portfolio or samples of relevant work with resumes.