Acitvewear Designer

Client Overview:

Our client is an iconic fashion house presenting the latest must-have collections for every trendsetter in activewear. Their fashion-forward, contemporary, and luxurious designs are applauded by top fashion editors and A-list celebrities alike.

Activewear Designer Overview:

As the Activewear Designer, you will be responsible for researching inspiration, developing new apparel design concepts, sketching ideas, creating technical packages, and overseeing samples.

Activewear Designer Responsibilities:

• Oversee research and inspiration to create a cohesive concept each season, review emerging trends and shapes, and research local markets

• Develop flats and sketches for all designs as part of a cohesive seasonal collection aligned with the brand’s overall aesthetic and vision

• Prepare all necessary components for design presentations, such as sketch boards, proto reviews, and production meeting preparation

• Collaborate with other Apparel Designers and various cross-functional teams and maintain strong business relationships with external partners

• Lead sample review sessions, provide recommendations, note feedback, and update sketches as necessary

• Sit in on fittings and create technical Packages for designs

Activewear Designer Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 10+ years’ experience as an Apparel Designer plus MUST have activewear experience

• Technical knowledge of fabrics, silhouettes, prints, colors, and trims

• Must be fully technical and understand active fabrications

• Proficient with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, PLM