Apparel Designer [AQ-18827]

Benefits

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans
• Paid sick leave
• Retirement plans with a match
• Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium

We are seeking an experienced Apparel Designer to join a collaborative, fast-paced design team in a temp-to-hire opportunity. This position is ideal for a well-rounded designer who combines strong creative instincts with the technical expertise to independently move product through the design and development process. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator and highly organized designer with strong sketching abilities and hands-on experience across fleece, knits, sport, and swimwear. This individual must be comfortable independently leading fittings, developing detailed tech packs, and partnering cross-functionally to bring designs from initial concept through execution. A portfolio or relevant samples of work are required for consideration. The role is offered as a temp-to-hire position, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. The client is a global retail company specializing in apparel and accessories, focusing on casual, stylish, and affordable fashion, catering to a broad customer base, with an emphasis on sustainability, inclusivity, and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Create original apparel concepts incorporating style, silhouette, color, fabric, and seasonal trends.
• Research and interpret fashion and market trends to develop relevant, commercially appropriate product concepts.
• Produce strong sketches that clearly communicate design direction, construction, proportion, and product details.
• Design product across fleece, knits, sport, and swimwear categories.
• Independently create and develop detailed tech packs to communicate product specifications and design intent.
• Lead fittings independently, assess garment fit and construction, and communicate clear revisions and recommendations.
• Provide fit, proportion, body block, and construction guidance throughout development.
• Partner closely with technical design, sourcing, materials/fabric development, product development, and other cross-functional teams.
• Participate in seasonal design reviews, fittings, and presentations as needed.
• Maintain strong organization across multiple styles, deadlines, samples, revisions, and development milestones.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners throughout the product development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in apparel/fashion design.