Senior Activewear Designer

1 week ago

Los Angeles, California, United States Wantable Full time
Job Title: Senior Activewear Designer

Wantable is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Activewear Designer to lead the design of innovative and performance-driven women's and men's activewear products. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for creating designs that combine style and performance, while ensuring the brand's vision and consumer expectations are met.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design innovative and functional activewear products, including women's and men's, bras, tanks, leggings, joggers, jackets, fleece, and tees.
  • Present black and white sketches for seasonal collections, ensuring alignment with the seasonal road map, brand vision, market trends, and consumer preferences.
  • Build and maintain Visual Line Plans (VLPs) for both new and existing products.
  • Create and maintain tech packs, including detailed technical sketches and specifications for each design, ensuring accurate communication to vendors and product development teams.
  • Assist in the approval process of fabric/trims, lab dips, print, and graphic strike-offs.
  • Ensure calendar adherence and meet all deadlines.
Technical Expertise:
  • Collaborate with design leadership and product development to source and select technical fabrics and materials that enhance performance and comfort.
  • Ensure designs are optimized for price targets, performance, comfort, and durability, utilizing knowledge of garment construction and technical specifications.
  • Oversee fittings and make adjustments to ensure the perfect fit and functionality of all activewear products.
Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with design leadership, product development, merchandising, marketing, and production teams to ensure cohesive product launches and successful market integration.
  • Present design concepts and collections to senior management and key stakeholders, incorporating feedback into final designs.
Team Leadership and Development:
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior designers and other team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Identify and nurture talent within the design team, providing opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations, set objectives, and provide constructive feedback.
Market Research and Analysis:
  • Gather and analyze consumer feedback and market data to inform design decisions and improve product offerings.
  • Conduct research on market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive products to inform design direction and ensure the brand stays ahead of the market.
  • Monitor competitor activities and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Following direction from the Sr Design Director, color prints and create art matrices for prints for all Wantable brands.
  • Create Print Repeats when necessary.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in fashion design, with a strong focus on both women's and men's activewear.
  • Proven track record of successful activewear designs that combine style and performance.
  • Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD.
  • Strong understanding of technical fabrics, garment construction, and performance-driven design.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong eye for aesthetics and functionality.
Working Conditions:
  • This position may require occasional travel to fabric suppliers, manufacturers, and industry events.
  • The role is a hybrid position with a minimum of 2 in-office days/week and may involve work in various environments depending on design and production activities.

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