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rag and bone

Women's Denim Design Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

Job Summary: rag & bone is seeking a Design Director, Denim to set the creative vision for women's denim and own the category end-to-end, from fit and block architecture through wash development and ...

Rag & Bone

Women's Denim Design Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

Job Summary: rag & bone is seeking a Design Director, Denim to set the creative vision for women's denim and own the category end-to-end, from fit and block architecture through wash development and ...

Li & Fung Limited

Denim Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

This role will work directly alongside the Director to support the design, development, and execution of denim-driven collections across multiple brands and retail channels. The ideal candidate will ...

Nautica

Assistant Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$57K/yr

This role works closely with the Denim Design team and cross-functional partners to execute brand-right, trend-driven products that align with customer needs and business objectives. The ideal ...

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Rag & Bone

Design Director, Men's Denim

New York, NY · On-site

$170K - $180K/yr

Overview rag & bone is seeking a Design Director to lead Men's Denim and some of the White Label driving the evolution of our smart casual, denim-led lifestyle and defining a clear, modern point of ...

Zumiez

Mens Apparel Designer - Denim

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$37.05 - $39.42/hr

Design compelling assortments for assigned categories - Mens Denim Pants and Shorts * Develop seasonal innovation in the category through Fit, Wash and Fabric development * Partner with Senior ...

Aeropostale

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$89K/yr

Overview Senior Designer - Denim Position Summary The Senior Designer - Denim is responsible for driving the creative vision, design strategy, and execution of seasonal denim collections from concept ...

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JCPenney

Assistant Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$57K/yr

Overview Assistant Designer - Denim Position Summary The Assistant Designer - Denim COE supports the design and development of JCP's private label Arizona denim collections from concept through ...

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Free People

Free People Designer -Denim

Philadelphia, PA

$18.75 - $23/hr

Design & Trend: Develop original designs in denim, researching current fashion trends and translating them into new designs for the Free People customer. * Technical Design: Create detailed sketches ...

Gap, Inc.

Senior Designer, Men's Denim

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $128K/yr

Design and develop seasonal denim concepts-from initial sketches through final product-across a range of fits and styles * Bring a strong point of view to washes, fabrications, and construction ...

Free People

Free People Designer -Denim

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$18.75 - $23/hr

Design & Trend: Develop original designs in denim, researching current fashion trends and translating them into new designs for the Free People customer. * Technical Design: Create detailed sketches ...

REVOLVE

Sr. Associate Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

High knowledge of denim design details and interior garment construction * Self-motivated, positive and dependable attitude * Exceptional communication and organizational skills * Effective time ...

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How much do denim design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for denim design in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Denim Designer typically collaborate with other teams during the product development process?

As a Denim Designer, collaboration with various teams is essential throughout the product development cycle. You'll regularly work with product developers to ensure your designs are feasible for manufacturing, and partner with sourcing teams to select appropriate fabrics and finishings. Close interaction with marketing and merchandising ensures your designs align with brand strategy and consumer trends, while feedback from sales teams can guide adjustments. This cross-functional teamwork helps bring innovative denim products to market efficiently and successfully.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Denim Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Denim Designer, you need strong skills in fashion design, textile knowledge, garment construction, and a relevant degree in fashion or textile design. Familiarity with CAD software, Adobe Creative Suite, and garment washing/finishing technologies is typically required. Creativity, trend awareness, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with teams and interpreting market demands. These competencies ensure innovative, market-appropriate denim products and successful collaboration throughout the design and production process.

What is denim design?

Denim design is a specialized area within fashion design focused on creating and developing denim garments, such as jeans, jackets, and skirts. It involves selecting fabrics, determining washes and finishes, and crafting the fit and style of denim clothing. Denim designers must keep up with trends, understand textile technology, and often collaborate with manufacturers to achieve desired looks. The role combines creativity, technical knowledge, and an understanding of consumer preferences in the denim market.

What is the difference between Denim Design vs Textile Designer?

AspectDenim DesignTextile Designer
Required CredentialsFashion or textile design degree, portfolioTextile design degree, portfolio
Work EnvironmentClothing brands, denim manufacturersFabric companies, fashion houses
Industry UsageFocuses on denim fabrics and stylesDesigns various fabrics and textiles

Denim Design specializes in creating styles and patterns specifically for denim fabrics, often working closely with clothing brands. Textile Designers have a broader scope, designing a variety of fabrics used across multiple industries. While both roles require a background in textile or fashion design, Denim Designers focus on denim's unique characteristics, whereas Textile Designers work with diverse textiles.

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Infographic showing various Denim Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 24% As Needed, 39% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,304 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Women's Denim Design Director

rag and bone

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

About rag & bone
From our origins in New York in 2002, rag & bone was founded on a belief of uncompromising ideals: a commitment to doing things the right way, not the easy way. To making things that are as original as they are timeless. To being true to ourselves, even when that truth sets us apart from the mainstream.
We still believe in the same principles we started with: the easy elegance of classic British tailoring, the authenticity of American workwear, and the originality of our home city, New York. As New Yorkers, community and authenticity have become synonymous with our brand. An inclusive environment at rag & bone upholds our original values by encouraging employee connection and empowering each individual to have a voice on policy, process and collaboration for a more equitable future.
Job Summary:
rag & bone is seeking a Design Director, Denim to set the creative vision for women's denim and own the category end-to-end, from fit and block architecture through wash development and finishing. Partnering closely with Design leads across RTW and Miramar, this role ensures every silhouette and treatment is aligned with rag & bone's brand aesthetic, commercially viable, and grounded in a strong point of view. The Director will build and lead a design team, cultivate direct relationships with premium global mills and laundries, and travel internationally to source fabric innovation and stay ahead of denim trends.
Responsibilities:
  • Work in conjunction with Design team leads across RTW and Miramar to set the creative vision for women's denim, aligned with rag & bone's overall brand aesthetic and go-to-market strategy
  • Conceptualize and lead core fit/block development end-to-end, creating silhouette architecture and leading fit sessions based on style relevance, fabrications, and more
  • Direct wash development and finishing, partnering closely with mills and laundries to create signature, differentiated treatments
  • Manage and mentor a design team, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and creative culture
  • Partner cross-functionally with merchandising, production, sourcing, and commercial teams to ensure the design vision translates into all washes and fabrications and is commercially viable
  • Travel internationally to mills, factories, and trade shows (Kingpins, etc.) to source fabric innovation and stay ahead of global denim trends
  • Build and maintain relationships with premium denim mills (Japan, Italy, Turkey, US) to secure exclusive or differentiated fabrication
Requirements:
  • 10+ years of denim design experience, with at least 5 years in a design leadership role owning a women's denim category
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Deep technical expertise in fits, fabrics, and wash/finishing processes
  • Experience building relationships directly with mills and laundries; existing relationships with premium global mills (Japan, Italy, Turkey) a strong plus
  • Global perspective; prior experience with a global denim brand is a plus, as is experience within American premium/contemporary denim
  • A strong personal point of view balanced with commercial instinct
  • Comfort working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Willingness to travel internationally as needed

Rules we live by | Rules you live by
Be a Good Human | Be original, be authentic. Stand for diversity, equitability & inclusivity
Have No Fear | Innovate and solve problems
Own Every Decision | Work together and get results
Quality Matters | Not only with product, but we see it in our people
Make Shit Happen | Be disciplined, be competitive
Our in-office policy is in office, 4 days a week.
Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Generous Employee Discount
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Membership to Calm and access to other wellness benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
  • 401k
Salary: The target salary for this role is between $160,000 and $185,000 based on candidates' experience and expectations.
rag & bone 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.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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