Department: Design
Location: New York, NY
Reports To: Director of Design Operations
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer who can develop tech
packs for overseas production to join our Design team. The ideal candidate has experience in
licensed apparel and wholesale product development, with the ability to create accurate technical
packages for overseas manufacturing partners. The Designer most also have knowledge in sizing
and placing graphics on garments for production purposes.
The Designer will collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and
overseas factories to ensure products meet customer expectations, licensing requirements, and
production standards.
Essential Responsibilities
Tech Pack / Art Development
Create detailed production-ready Tech Packs for all assigned styles.
Prepare accurate garment flats using Adobe Illustrator.
Develop and maintain:
o Construction details
o Understand measurement specifications (Cut & Sew)
o Sewing instructions
o Artwork placement
o Trim and label placement
o Packaging requirements
o Wash and finishing details
Ensure all technical packages are complete and ready for factory development.
Update technical packages throughout the sampling process.
Keen eye for sizing graphics to be placed properly on all garment silhouettes.
Help ensure all products comply with licensor guidelines and brand standards.
Licensing & Brand Compliance
Ensure all products comply with licensor guidelines and brand standards.
Incorporate required revisions from licensors into final production packages.
Maintain consistency across all licensed programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Spec Department and Production to resolve and update technical and
manufacturing challenges.
Work closely with Licensing, Graphics, Merchandising, and Sourcing teams throughout
development.
Communicate daily with overseas factories regarding sample development, construction,
and production questions.
Communicate and provide revisions and technical corrections to overseas factories.
Support customer meetings by preparing product presentations and development updates.
Review prototype, fit, salesman, and production samples.
Production Support
Assist in resolving production issues while maintaining quality standards.
Ensure all styles remain on schedule to meet customer delivery dates.
Maintain organized style files and development records.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field preferred.
3–7 years of apparel design and technical design experience.
Experience within the wholesale apparel industry required.
Licensed apparel experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing.
Experience working with overseas factories.
Ability to manage multiple brands, retailers, and seasonal calendars simultaneously.
Technical Skills
Adobe Illustrator (Advanced)
Adobe Photoshop
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office Suite
Tech Pack Construction
Visual expertise for sizing and placing artwork
Flat Sketch development (if needed)
Core Competencies
Creative problem-solving
Strong technical knowledge
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
Strong communication skills
Attention to detail
Collaborative team player
Commercial product awareness
Sense of urgency in a fast-paced wholesale environment
Preferred Experience
Licensed sports apparel (NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, NCAA)
Men's, women's, and children's apparel
Knits, fleece, activewear, and sportswear
Screen print, embroidery, appliqué, heat transfer, and specialty decoration techniques
Experience working with major retailers including Walmart, Target, Kohl's, Macy;s,
Costco, Sam's Club, and specialty retailers
Knowledge of overseas manufacturing and production timelines
Success in This Role
Success in this role is measured by the ability to consistently deliver innovative, commercially
viable apparel while ensuring technical accuracy and efficient product development. The ideal
candidate thrives in our fast-paced, collaborative environment, balancing creativity
with precision to bring licensed and private label collections from concept to production while
meeting customer expectations, licensing requirements, and critical delivery deadlines.
