About Ivy City Co.
Founded by three women navigating the early days of motherhood, Ivy City was born from a sewing machine, a shared dream, and a quiet rebellion against the idea that moms have to lose themselves to be good mothers. Today, Ivy City is more than a clothing brand. It’s a place. A philosophy. An invitation. We believe in a world where caregiving is aspirational, not apologetic. Where caregiving is a kind of power. Where elegance and family coexist. Where getting dressed can feel like a celebration—not a compromise.
Here, kids are part of the story, not a distraction from it. Their presence brings joy, grounding, and meaning. And your presence *as a mother, a woman, a dreamer* is never an afterthought. We design for the moments that matter.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly creative and strategic Senior Designer to lead seasonal design development across our women’s and children’s categories. This role will be classified as a contractor with 25 hours per week. Remote preferred; hybrid available in Riverton, Utah. This role requires an innovative thinker who can translate brand vision into commercial product that drives growth. The ideal candidate combines emotional intuition with strong business acumen and thrives in a mid-sized, fast-paced fashion environment.
Responsibilities
Design Leadership & Execution
- Own end-to-end seasonal design execution from concept to final handoff.
- Lead seasonal concepting, color story development, and silhouette direction aligned with brand DNA and growth goals.
- Mentor junior designer(s) to ensure creative alignment, technical accuracy, and timely execution.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Technical Design to ensure fit consistency and product excellence across size ranges (including women’s and children’s).
- Collaborate with Merchandising to develop high-performing product assortments, informed by trend forecasting, sales data, and customer insights.
- Contribute to pricing strategy by designing into margin targets while maintaining high aesthetic standards.
Trend & Market Awareness
- Complete comp shopping and competitor analysis across key categories, regularly presenting findings to the team.
- Maintain fluency in industry trends, emerging aesthetics, and cultural signals to inform design innovation.
- Source and select fabrics, trims, and prints in collaboration with Product Development and external partners.
Inspiration & Innovation
- Drive fresh ideas in product and presentation that elevate the brand and captivate our customer.
- Participate in design reviews and line architecture meetings with clear rationale rooted in both creative vision and business impact.
Qualifications
- 5–8 years of experience in fashion design, with a strong background in women’s apparel; experience in kids wear a plus.
- Proven ability to mentor junior talent and lead the creative process from concept through to production.
- Deep knowledge of garment construction, fit, and technical packages.
- Strong aesthetic eye with commercial instinct — you understand what sells and why.
- Excellent collaboration, communication, and presentation skills.
- Adobe Creative Suite proficiency required; CLO or 3D experience a plus.
- Passion for the Ivy City Co mission and product categories.
Why Ivy?
- Fast-growing fashion brand with big creative ambitions.
- Mid-sized team where your ideas have real impact.
- Mission-driven culture that values beauty and quality.
- Collaborative, supportive environment.
- Flexible, remote-first schedule (25 hrs/week).
How to Apply
If you’re interested in joining the team, send a copy of your resume and digital portfolio to careers@ivycityco.com.