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About the Role
We are seeking a creative and trend-driven Designer to join our Missy/Contemporary Sportswear team and help shape compelling, commercially relevant collections for our Wholesale Apparel business. This role is ideal for a designer who understands the contemporary customer, has a strong eye for trend, color, print, fabrication, and styling, and knows how to translate market insights into cohesive collections.
Responsibilities
- Research current and emerging fashion, color, print, and silhouette trends through market research, retail shopping, trade shows, runway, street style, and consumer insights.
- Develop monthly, head-to-toe apparel collections for the Missy/Contemporary customer, including tops, knits, wovens, dresses, skirts, and pants.
- Translate trend and market insights into fresh, commercial, and brand-right design concepts.
- Build cohesive collections with a strong understanding of assortment, color, fabrication, silhouette, and styling.
- Source and select appropriate fabrics, materials, trims, embellishments, and other design details for samples and collections.
- Create and present designs and samples with a clear vision for the final product.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners throughout the design and development process to ensure product is executed to the intended vision.
- Attend trade shows, market appointments, and industry events to identify new trends, materials, and inspiration.
- Stay closely connected to the competitive landscape and evolving needs of the contemporary customer.
- Manage multiple design projects, collections, and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members and help drive the overall creative direction of the business.
- Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field.
- 5+ years of apparel design experience, preferably within contemporary, missy, or wholesale sportswear.
- Strong understanding of women’s apparel design, construction, fabrication, and product development.
- Proven experience developing cohesive collections across knits, wovens, tops, dresses, skirts, and pants.
- Strong understanding of current fashion trends, consumer behavior, and the contemporary market.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as Microsoft Office.
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to clearly communicate and execute a creative vision.
- Experience mentoring or managing others is preferred.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- A collaborative, proactive mindset with a strong passion for fashion and product.
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Microsoft Office
- Presentation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
Location
- NYC office
Work Type
- On-site four days per week
- One day from home
Experience Level
- 5+ years of apparel design experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000-$100,000
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401K
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time-off policy
- Career opportunities
About the Company
- Steve Madden is a global fashion company known for its innovative, trend-driven footwear, accessories, and apparel.
- Founded in 1990 in Queens, New York, the company has grown from a footwear startup into a globally recognized fashion organization with a portfolio of leading brands, including Steve Madden, Kurt Geiger London, Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson, Carvela, Blondo, and ATM.
- With a presence in more than 80 countries, Steve Madden operates across wholesale, retail, e-commerce, licensing, and private label businesses.
- The company is driven by creativity, individuality, and a fast-paced entrepreneurial spirit, bringing fashion-forward products to consumers around the world.