Job Title: Senior Designer
Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)
Department: Marc by Marc Jacobs – Sportswear
Reports To: Director of Design
About G-III Apparel Group:
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Designer to join our Marc by Marc Jacobs Sportswear team. This role will lead the design and development of contemporary women's sportswear collections that reflect the Marc by Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic while balancing creativity, trend, and commercial success. The Senior Designer will oversee the design process from initial concept through production, ensuring cohesive seasonal assortments that align with merchandising objectives and business goals.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in women's sportswear design, exceptional creative and technical skills, and the ability to independently manage seasonal collections while collaborating cross-functionally to execute fashion-forward product.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and development of seasonal Marc by Marc Jacobs women's sportswear collections from initial concept through final approved prototypes.
• Research current and emerging fashion trends, fabrics, trims, colors, silhouettes, and market direction to establish seasonal concepts aligned with the Marc by Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic.
• Develop cohesive, fashion-forward sportswear collections, including woven tops, knit tops, sweaters, jackets, skirts, pants, and other sportswear separates.
• Create detailed hand sketches, CADs, and comprehensive technical packages with a strong understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrication, and finishing.
• Communicate seasonal design concepts and development direction to overseas factories, requesting initial treatments, mock-ups, and prototype samples.
• Review prototypes, attend fittings, evaluate garment construction, and communicate revisions using annotated sketches, specifications, and fit comments.
• Partner closely with Merchandising, Production, Technical Design, Product Development, and Sales to ensure design integrity and successful product execution.
• Source and develop seasonal fabrics, trims, prints, embellishments, and other design components while managing development approvals with overseas vendors.
• Evaluate collection development and refine styles to support seasonal merchandising objectives, line plans, and SKU targets.
• Oversee sample development and maintain seasonal design calendars to ensure timely execution of key milestones and deadlines.
• Support seasonal line reviews, collection presentations, and market appointments, communicating design direction and product development updates to leadership.
• Follow garments through production to ensure accurate execution of design, fabrication, color, construction, and overall creative intent.
• Mentor junior members of the Design team while managing multiple projects and maintaining seasonal development priorities.
Who You Are:
• A creative design leader with a passion for contemporary women's sportswear and a strong eye for detail.
• A strategic thinker who balances innovation, creativity, and commercial awareness.
• A collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• An effective communicator who builds strong relationships with cross-functional teams and overseas partners.
• A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of seasonal collections and drives projects from concept through production.
• A highly organized professional who can manage multiple seasonal priorities and deadlines.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or technical degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 8–10+ years of professional apparel design experience, with a strong focus on women's sportswear.
• Extensive experience designing coordinated women's sportswear collections, including woven and knit separates, sweaters, jackets, skirts, and pants.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong hand sketching, CAD, technical package development, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of garment construction, pattern development, fit, fabrication, and the apparel product development process.
• Experience working in a high SKU-count environment.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and vendors.
• Strong trend forecasting abilities and the ability to translate runway and market inspiration into commercially viable collections.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Experience mentoring junior designers preferred.
• Portfolio showcasing contemporary women's sportswear collections required.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• PTO and company holidays
• Employee discounts
The salary for this position is: $120,000 per year.
Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com
G-III's owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.