Russell Tobin & Associates is currently seeking a Senior Designer to work for our client in the Retail industry . Apply now for consideration!

Contract: W2, March, 2025 – July, 2025

Location: New York, NY 10038 (Hybrid)

Pay Range: $50-55/hour DOE

Brief Summary

The Senior Designer is responsible for creating commercially viable product designs for a mid-to-high-volume category/collection. This role involves presenting and delivering brand-right designs that align with the overall concept and business strategy, ensuring consistency in style, color/print, fit, and fabric. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the brand and the ability to inspire and lead others while managing design projects from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction and business strategy.
• Design seasonal products focusing on style, fit, and fabric while meeting cost and production goals.
• Adapt designs based on feedback and incorporate necessary changes for finalization.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and product development teams to ensure alignment with brand vision.
• Research fashion trends and conduct competitor analysis to drive innovative design solutions.
• Present designs to leadership and key stakeholders, providing creative direction and justifications.
• Oversee execution of design sketches, prototypes, and specifications.
• Inspire and mentor junior designers to foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment.
• Strong creative ability with a keen eye for commercial fashion styling and performance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign), and experience with Centric (a plus).
• Prior experience leading, coaching, and developing talent.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage multiple levels of stakeholders.
• Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid schedule in New York City.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.