Senior CAD Designer

ESC has an immediate opportunity for a Senior CAD Designer to support our premier retail client’s Women’s Design team at its New York Design Office. This advanced-level creative role will develop original prints, patterns, graphics, and colorways for women’s apparel, with a strong emphasis on a modern contemporary aesthetic . Working in partnership with the Art Manager and cross-functional design teams, the Senior CAD Designer will research emerging artwork and fashion trends, help shape seasonal creative direction, and translate concepts into compelling, production-ready artwork. The ideal candidate combines strong artistic ability with advanced technical skills, a sophisticated sense of color and trend, and experience designing for a fast-paced retail environment. This position is covering an immediate vacancy, working hybrid in NYC in an open-ended contract. Key Responsibilities Research current print, pattern, color, graphic, and artwork trends in partnership with the Art Manager to help influence seasonal conceptual direction. Create compelling, original artwork that supports seasonal concepts, product strategies, and the Nine West brand aesthetic. Develop prints, patterns, graphics, layouts, and seasonal colorways for women’s apparel. Translate creative concepts, trend direction, and inspiration into production-ready CAD artwork. Ensure artwork aligns with brand standards, target customers, competitive benchmarks, and overall brand positioning. Recolor and adapt existing artwork to support seasonal palettes and product needs. Prepare accurate repeats, layouts, color separations, and technical files for production. Partner with apparel designers, merchants, product development teams, and sourcing partners throughout the design and production process. Incorporate feedback and revise artwork while maintaining creative integrity, quality, and deadlines. Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven retail environment. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Textile Design, Illustration , or a related field. Minimum of 6–7 years of relevant CAD, print, pattern, or graphic design experience . At least 5 years of print, pattern, and graphic design experience within the retail or apparel industry preferred. Previous experience supporting women’s contemporary apparel is strongly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop . Experience with NedGraphics or comparable textile and CAD design software. Strong portfolio demonstrating original print and pattern development, color sensibility, technical execution, and a modern contemporary aesthetic. Thorough understanding of repeat patterns, colorways, artwork layouts, and production-ready file preparation. Strong awareness of fashion, color, print, and consumer trends. Ability to work onsite in New York City Monday through Thursday.