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Designer Jobs in New York, NY at Torn By Ronny Kobo
RKMB, LLC is seeking a Sr Designer to lead contemporary RTW and denim design across House of Harlow 1960 and Torn by Ronny Kobo.
We are looking for a highly creative, commercially minded designer with a strong knitwear background and a refined contemporary aesthetic. This role requires someone who can translate emerging trends into elevated, collection-driven product while balancing innovation, cost, and brand integrity.
This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing the full product lifecycle — from concept through production — in close partnership with cross-functional teams and overseas factories.
Responsibilities:
- Lead design for women’s contemporary ready-to-wear, fully fashioned knitwear, and denim categories, overseeing the product lifecycle from concept through final production
- Drive seasonal concept development, R&D, sourcing, and technical execution
- Manage and mentor the design team and technical designer
- Research and forecast emerging trends, identifying new product and business opportunities
- Shop the marketplace for inspiration and competitive analysis
- Source yarns and fabrics; manage sample material development and approvals
- Present seasonal concepts and development progress to leadership throughout the design cycle
- Build and merchandise seasonal line plans; evolve best-selling styles to align with business goals
- Develop and maintain seasonal calendars, line plans, and WIP tracking
- Oversee all development and production fittings; provide clear direction to technical design on fit and garment adjustments
- Design within cost targets while maintaining brand integrity
- Communicate daily with overseas factories; partner closely with Production to ensure on-time delivery
- Travel to Asia-based factories as needed to oversee development and production
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales and Marketing on e-commerce photoshoots
Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in contemporary apparel design and development
- Strong expertise in fully fashioned knitwear; experience in woven fabrics and denim preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Digital hand-sketching proficiency (Procreate or similar) a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- BA in Fashion Design or related field
PLEASE DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR OURS BY APPLYING IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED
Title: Designer
Company: Torn By Ronny Kobo
Location: New York, NY
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