Senior Knitwear Designer – Young Contemporary
Li & Fung · New York City · $116,000–$125,000 (stated in the posting)
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Brilliant Group is seeking a Senior Knitwear Designer to lead the design and development of knitwear collections for the Young Contemporary market. This role offers the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, trend-driven category, with full visibility into the global knitwear landscape, including Europe and Asia. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for trend and be on the pulse of Gen Z fashion, creating collections that feel fresh, relevant, and inspiring.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop innovative knitwear collections for the Young Contemporary market, incorporating the latest trends, yarns, and stitch techniques.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on brand direction, seasonal concepts, and customer needs.
- Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify emerging styles, colors, and silhouettes
- Create detailed design presentations, sketches, and tech packs that communicate construction details, fit, and sizing specifications.
- Source and select appropriate yarns, trims, and embellishments that meet quality, cost, and design objectives.
- Partner with Sales and Merchandising teams to translate customer feedback and retail insights into successful designs.
- Oversee sample development, including fit sessions, revisions, and approvals, ensuring design integrity from concept through production.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas vendors, factories, and suppliers to ensure timely development and execution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
- 8–10 years of experience in knitwear design, ideally within the Young Contemporary market.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creative range and technical expertise in knitwear design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and relevant design software.
- Deep understanding of yarns, stitches, and knitwear construction, with strong attention to detail.
- Proven ability to interpret market trends and consumer insights into on-brand, trend-right designs.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.
- Experience working with overseas factories and vendors.
- Passion for design, innovation, and trend awareness.
Compensation/Benefits
The approximate annual base salary range for this position is $116,000 – $125,000. The offered salary will vary based on role requirements, skill set, and experience.
Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and company holidays.
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