Skew Talent · 4 hours ago
Apparel Designer, Consumer Athletic Brand
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expSkew Talent is a fast-growing direct-to-consumer athletic brand based in New York City, seeking an Apparel Designer to help define the next generation of performance lifestyle apparel. The role involves leading apparel design from concept to production, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring that collections align with the brand's vision.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Kathleen Walsh
Responsibilities
Lead apparel design from concept to production, including sketching, tech packs, fabric selection, fit sessions, and sample reviews
Develop seasonal collections that merge technical performance with lifestyle aesthetics, ensuring every piece solves a real problem for the customer
Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify opportunities and stay ahead of shifts in activewear, athleisure, and men's lifestyle
Partner with manufacturers and vendors to source innovative fabrics, trims, and construction methods that meet quality, performance, and cost targets
Build and maintain detailed tech packs and spec sheets, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the development process
Manage fit sessions and wear testing to ensure products meet functional requirements and brand standards
Collaborate with merchandising, product development, and marketing teams to ensure collections align with brand vision and business goals
Stay connected to the customer: understand how they move, what they need, and how the product shows up in their lives
Qualification
Required
4–6 years of apparel design experience, ideally in activewear, athleisure, or performance menswear
Strong technical design skills: proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, experienced in building tech packs, and knowledgeable about garment construction
You understand fit, fabric, and function—and know how to balance all three without compromise
Experience working with overseas manufacturers and managing production timelines from development through delivery
Organized and proactive: you can juggle multiple styles in development, keep everything on track, and move quickly when needed
You thrive in a fast-moving startup environment where you'll wear multiple hats and solve problems on the fly
Taste-driven and detail-obsessed: you have a sharp design eye and a high bar for quality and craftsmanship
You're excited by scrappy, all-hands-on-deck teams and take pride in doing work that matters
Preferred
While not a must-have, ideally you have a personal connection to the world of athletics, fitness, or an active lifestyle—you understand the customer because you are the customer
Company
Skew Talent
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0-1 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase