About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Creative & Design.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

• Support senior designers in conceptualizing and developing performance-driven apparel (sports bra) designs that meet aesthetic and functional goals.
• Contribute to trend research, seasonal mood boards, and presentation materials to influence collection direction.
• Create and update design sketches, presentation boards, and visual assets for internal reviews.
• Work closely with Technical Design and Product Development to ensure accurate execution of construction, fit, and specifications.
• Maintain and update tech packs, BOMs, line sheets and other design documentation with precision.
• Assist with sample management: coordinate prototype requests, track samples, and maintain an organized sample library.
• Participate in sample fittings, document feedback, and help implement timely updates to tech packs.
• Coordinate with vendors and cross-functional partners (merchandising, production, marketing) to support product launches and photoshoots.
• Support review and approval of lab dips, fabric swatches and other pre-production materials.
• Track project timelines and monitor milestones to help ensure on-time delivery of design components.

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What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or related field — or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 1–2 years in apparel design (internship or entry-level experience is acceptable).
• Technical skills:
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., CLO 3D) is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of fabric properties, trims, garment construction and printing techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting and collaborating across teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to maintain accurate design documentation.
• Passion for fitness/performance apparel and curiosity about emerging materials and technologies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and adapt to shifting priorities.

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Compensation & Location

• Pay range: $25 — $30 USD per hour (range provided to comply with applicable pay transparency in California). Final pay depends on experience and qualifications.
• Employment type: Contract / Full-time (as indicated by the hiring client).
• Work location: Preuss, CA (on-site expectation unless stated otherwise by the client).
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities; this employer complies with federal, state and local laws regarding accommodations and privacy.

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Why Join Our Client

• Get hands-on experience in performance apparel design with a focus on both function and style.
• Work cross-functionally with product development, technical design, merchandising and marketing teams.
• Opportunity to develop your technical skills, gain exposure to production processes, and contribute to product launches and marketing campaigns.

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Additional Notes

• You will be employed by the confidential client; Careertakes facilitates the recruiting process and may present additional matched roles.
• The confidential client is committed to fair hiring practices and will evaluate candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs.
• Applicants in California: personal data practices and applicant rights are respected in accordance with CCPA/CPRA where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.