Designer, Cut & Sew Knitwear

Overview:

The Designer for Cut & Sew Knitwear supports the seasonal design process from initial concept through final sample, creating elevated and brand-right product that aligns with the company’s aesthetic, business goals, and margin targets. This role requires a strong understanding of knit fabrications, construction, and fit, as well as close collaboration with cross-functional partners to deliver cohesive collections across multiple seasons.

Responsibilities:

1. Concept & Fabric Development

• Research trends, materials, color, and silhouette direction relevant to cut & sew knitwear (e.g., jersey, rib, fleece, ponte, and interlock).
• Partner with Design Director to build seasonal mood boards, color palettes, and key fabric stories.
• Collaborate with Material and PD to source and develop new fabrications, finishes, and sustainable materials.
• Attend fabric and vendor meetings to gather inspiration and innovation opportunities.

2. Design & Product Creation

• Translate seasonal concept into sketches and CADs for each style.
• Create detailed design sheets with clear callouts for construction, trims, stitching, and finishing.
• Work with PD and factories to ensure design feasibility, target costing, and execution quality.
• Review and comment on prototypes, SMS, and fit samples to maintain design integrity and proportion.
• Manage colorways, print layouts, and embellishment placements with Graphic and Technical Design teams.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Merchandising to ensure product assortment aligns with seasonal strategy and key item focus.
• Communicate closely with PD, Sourcing, and Tech Design to troubleshoot development challenges and maintain timelines.
• Participate in weekly WIPs and milestone meetings to track progress and resolve issues.
• Support material testing and quality reviews with PD and Tech.

4. Line & Presentation Management

• Maintain up-to-date CADs, design boards, and PLM entries for each season.
• Support the preparation of internal reviews, line presentations, and leadership meetings.
• Assist in styling and creative direction for lookbooks or photoshoots when needed.
• Ensure design packages are clean, consistent, and reflect brand identity.

5. Process & Team Support

• Organize reference samples, fabric library, and seasonal archives.
• Provide mentorship and feedback to Assistant Designers.
• Work collaboratively across Sweater, Cut & Sew, and Woven categories to ensure cohesive brand handwriting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or equivalent.
• 4–7 years of experience in women’s contemporary or sportswear design, with emphasis on cut & sew knits.
• Strong understanding of cut & sew knit fabrications, drape, and behavior (rib, slub, French terry, ponte, interlock, etc.).
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, PLM systems, and Excel.
• Solid knowledge of fit, pattern, and garment construction for knit categories.
• Strong eye for color, proportion, and modern silhouettes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical design capabilities.

The salary range for this role is between $80,000 and $90,000. The relevant salary range will vary depending on wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, degrees, and certifications. The salary range is just one component of our total compensation offerings, which consist of a comprehensive benefits package as well as a short-term incentive program, clothing allowance, and merchandise discounts.

At Veronica Beard, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where every single employee can thrive and feel valued. As a company, we firmly believe that there is strength in diversity. We seek to recruit talent from a variety of perspectives and backgrounds and are actively seeking candidates with a dedication to advancing equity, inclusion, and racial and social justice in their work.

Veronica Beard is committed to an environment of mutual respect and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. No employee or applicant is discriminated against because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.