### Company Description
We are a leading children's sportswear company doing business in licensed and private label with ALL major retailers across the USA.
Salary Range: 125k – 165k
### Job Description
* Develop boys licensed apparel, ensuring design innovation and trend alignment.
* Oversee associate designers and collaborate with graphic designers to execute seasonal projects.
* Organize and track project timelines, keeping all tasks on schedule and meeting deadlines.
* Collaborate with Sales to plan and strategize throughout the season to meet market demands.
* Conduct market research to discover the latest trends and introduce fresh, new ideas.
* Identify market gaps and brainstorm innovative, trend-driven designs that resonate with the target audience.
* Partner with the licensing team to select key licenses for each season’s design focus.
* Secure licensor approvals on all designs before production begins.
* Lead fittings and facilitate transition meetings with product development (PD) and technical teams.
* Work with the costing team to ensure all designs are budget-friendly and cost-effective.
* Review technical packs for sampling and production accuracy.
* Approve lab dips, strike-offs, and fabric qualities, ensuring all samples meet quality standards.
### Qualifications
* A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Senior Designer.
* Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with strong sketching skills.
* Must have experience designing kids' apparel.
* Licensed apparel experience (e.g., Disney, Nickelodeon) is preferred but not required.
* Must be located in NYC or open to relocating, as this is an on-site position.
### Additional Information
All candidate information is confidential as according to EEO guidelines.
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