Design Assistant

Design Collaboration

Aid the Senior Designer in conceptualizing and developing sports bra designs that align with FAM Brands' aesthetic and performance standards.

Contribute to trend research, seasonal mood boards, and inspiration materials to guide the design direction.

Help prepare presentation boards and design sketches for internal reviews and approvals.

Technical & Product Development

Work with the Technical Design and Product Development teams to ensure accurate execution of design details, construction, and fit.

Maintain knowledge of performance fabrics, trims, and garment construction methods specific to sports bras.

Assist in sample fittings, document feedback, and make timely updates to tech packs as needed.

Track and organize prototype and sample requests, ensuring they meet deadlines and quality requirements.

Cooky with vendors and cross-functional teams to manage sample logistics and maintain an organized sample library.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Partner with Merchandising, Production, and Marketing teams to support successful product launches and campaigns.

Provide product knowledge, design insights, and creative assets for photoshoots and marketing collateral.

Gather feedback from internal stakeholders and customers to inform future improvements and innovations.

Administrative & Organizational Tasks

Update and maintain design documentation (tech packs, line sheets, BOMs) with accuracy and attention to detail.

Track project timelines, monitor critical milestones, and help ensure on-time delivery of key design components.

Prepare materials for seasonal line presentations and internal design meetings.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in apparel design (internship or entry-level experience will be considered).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and related design software. Familiarity with 3D design software (e.g., CLO 3D) is a plus. Strong understanding of fabric properties, garment construction, and printing techniques.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate design concepts clearly and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Detail-Oriented: Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail for accurate documentation and sample tracking.
• Passionate & Curious: Genuine interest in fitness, performance apparel, and staying informed about emerging trends and technologies in the market.
• Adaptable: Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and pivot quickly as priorities shift.

Compensation

Salary ranges for positions are based on job level, location, and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $25 USD - $30 USD.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and can accommodate various work arrangements.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Company Information

FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men’s and women’s sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich. With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price. That's the FAM Brands difference.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity

FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

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