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Hill House Home

Designer, Sweaters

New York, NY

$90K/yr

Design seasonal sweater collections aligned with brand aesthetic, customer, and market trends ... Manage creative and technical development of products within merchandise assortment strategy

Hill House Home

Designer, Sweaters

New York, NY · On-site

$90K/yr

Design seasonal sweater collections aligned with brand aesthetic, customer, and market trends ... Manage creative and technical development of products within merchandise assortment strategy

LF Logistics USA LLC

Knitwear Designer

New York, NY

$70K - $80K/yr

Responsible for designing and executing trend-driven concepts that align with customer needs and ... the full sweater development process * Excellent multi-tasking and project management skills ...

Li & Fung Limited

Knitwear Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Responsible for designing and executing trend-driven concepts that align with customer needs and ... the full sweater development process * Excellent multi-tasking and project management skills ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager sweater designer in the United States is $116,016.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Sweater Designer vs Pattern Maker?

AspectManager Sweater DesignerPattern Maker
CredentialsFashion design degree, experience in sweater designTechnical sewing or pattern-making certification, fashion or technical background
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, fashion houses, apparel companiesPattern workshops, manufacturing facilities, design studios
Industry UsageOversees sweater design projects, manages design teamsCreates patterns for manufacturing, translates designs into technical patterns

The Manager Sweater Designer focuses on conceptualizing and leading sweater design projects, managing creative teams, and ensuring design consistency. In contrast, the Pattern Maker specializes in developing technical patterns for manufacturing based on design specifications. Both roles require a strong understanding of garment construction, but their core responsibilities differ: one is creative and managerial, the other technical and production-oriented.

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Infographic showing various Manager Sweater Designer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,016 per year, or $55.8 per hour.

Sweater Design Director - Contemporary Market

LF Logistics USA LLC

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Are you a movement maker? Are you seeking new and exciting career opportunities?Here is what you need to know about the job:

Brilliant Group is seeking a Sweater Design Director to lead the design and development of sweater collections for our Women's Contemporary market. This Hybrid role offers the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, trend-driven category with full visibility into the global knitwear landscape, including US, Europe, and Asia. The position plays a key role in creating curated collections that reflect current trends and deliver strong results for our key retail partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop innovative sweater collections for the women's contemporary market, incorporating the latest trends, yarns, and stitch techniques.
  • Collaborate with Head of Design & cross-functional teams to align on brand direction, seasonal concepts, and customer needs.
  • Conduct monthly market research and trend analysis to identify emerging styles, colors, and silhouettes relevant to the junior's demographic.
  • Create detailed design presentations, sketches, and tech packs that communicate construction details, fit, and sizing specifications.
  • Source and select appropriate yarns, trims, and embellishments that meet quality, cost, and design objectives.
  • Partner with Sales and Merchandising teams to translate customer feedback and retail insights into commercially successful designs.
  • Manage a team of designers
  • Oversee sample development, including fit sessions, revisions, and approvals, ensuring design integrity from concept through production.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas vendors, factories, and suppliers to ensure timely development and execution.
  • Attend trade shows and trend shows.
  • Travel for in person meetings with customers each season

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in Fully Fashioned sweater design, ideally within the women's contemporary market.
  • Experience managing a team of designers.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating creative range and technical expertise in sweater design.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva, Miro and relevant ai design software.
  • Deep understanding of yarns, stitches, and sweater construction, Tech pack proficiency, cost engineering, with a strong attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to interpret market trends and consumer insights into on-brand, saleable product concepts.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.
  • Experience working with overseas counterparts, factories, and vendors.
  • Passion for fashion, creativity, and innovation, with the ability to balance trend awareness and commercial appeal.

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