Insomniac - Cut & Sew / Fashion Designer, Apparel

About the role

This position will report to the Apparel Director, Creative. This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop seasonal apparel collections from concept through production, including streetwear, festival wear, and performance gear
• Create mood boards, sketches, color palettes, technical flats, and detailed tech packs
• Select fabrics, trims, and finishes that balance design intent, functionality, and cost feasibility
• Partner with Production and Technical teams on prototyping, fit sessions, and design integrity
• Research fashion, streetwear, and festival culture trends to inform design direction and identify whitespace opportunities
• Collaborate with Creative, Merchandising, Marketing, and Event teams to ensure cohesive storytelling across collections and campaigns
• Develop exclusive capsule collections for festivals and special events
• Introduce innovative materials, silhouettes, and garment functionalities (e.g., reflective trims, UV-reactive inks, quick-dry fabrics)
• Maintain alignment with Insomniac’s brand DNA while pushing creative boundaries and driving cultural relevance
• Manage design files, collection overviews, and cost engineering processes to ensure commercial viability
• Train and provide support in onboarding team members, clients, vendors and partners when needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
• 3+ years of apparel design experience, ideally in streetwear, performance wear, or music-related fashion
• Strong portfolio demonstrating concept-to-production design work
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), Figma, and CAD programs
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fabric properties, and production processes
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills
• Passion for music, nightlife, and youth culture, particularly in electronic music and festivals