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Associate Apparel Designer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Spiritual Gangster

Designer (Apparel)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Manage and mentor Associate and Assistant Designers, providing leadership, creative direction, and ... College degree in Apparel Design or related field preferred * Minimum 35+ years of experience ...

Private Apparel Company

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Graphic Designer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Associate or bachelor's degree in graphic design and/or 5 to 8 years experience working in-house ... apparel company!

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JF Retail Services

Associate Designer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$70K - $76K/yr

The Associate Designer - Scrubs will support the seasonal development of new product from concept ... Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience. * 2-3 years of apparel design ...

Fabletics

Associate Designer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$70K - $76K/yr

The Associate Designer - Scrubs will support the seasonal development of new product from concept ... Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience. * 2-3 years of apparel design ...

Madhappy

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$55K - $70K/yr

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of ... Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including its permanent flagship in ...

Madhappy

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$55K - $70K/yr

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of ... Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including its permanent flagship in ...

Madhappy

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of ... Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including its permanent flagship in ...

REVOLVE

Associate Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel? Main purpose of the Associate Designer role: The Associate Designer will utilize his or her strong acumen for fashion to create and interpret ...

FAM Brands

Associate Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$32 - $42/hr

Founded in 2000, 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 ...

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What does an associate apparel designer do?

An Associate Apparel Designer assists in creating clothing and fashion designs by developing concepts, sketching ideas, selecting fabrics, and collaborating with senior designers. They help with trend research, prepare technical drawings, and work closely with production teams to ensure designs are accurately translated into final products. This role requires creativity, an eye for detail, and knowledge of design software like Adobe Illustrator. Associate Apparel Designers often work in a fast-paced environment, contributing to seasonal collections and ensuring brand consistency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate apparel designer?

To thrive as an Associate Apparel Designer, you need a solid understanding of design principles, garment construction, and fabric selection, typically supported by a degree in fashion design or a related field. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and Photoshop), CAD software, and knowledge of technical specification sheets are commonly required. Standout soft skills include strong creativity, collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to take constructive feedback. These abilities are essential for creating innovative designs, meeting production requirements, and working effectively within fast-paced design teams.

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Associate Designer (Apparel)

Karen Kane

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an individual who is creative, experienced, enthusiastic, organized and self-motivated to join our design team as an Associate Designer. This is a position with growth potential if you are passionate and driven to go above and beyond the job description. Creativity and the ability to work well with a team are musts.


Position is based in Los Angeles, CA.


Job Responsibilities Include:

  • Work with design team to produce seasonal collections
  • Share creative product ideas based on seasonality and trend direction
  • Assist with general design room duties (assign style numbers, photograph samples, work with import and fabric vendors, etc.)
  • Open and build tech packs with precise detailed information
  • Bring thoughtful, brand-right, strategic ideas to concept
  • Assist in sourcing and choosing materials for products
  • Attend fittings when needed
  • Study competitive landscape
  • Attend quarterly meetings to review selling and marketplace trends


Candidate Requirements:

  • 2+ years experience in the apparel industry
  • Degree in Apparel or Fashion
  • Experience with CAD and Adobe (Photoshop & Illustrator) software
  • Flat sketching skills
  • Color sensibility
  • Ability to recolor artwork & prints
  • Pattern knowledge
  • Knowledge of the wash & dye process, embellishments & different fabrics
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Effective time management and ability to stay organized
  • Able to adapt to a fast-paced ever-changing environment


Benefits:

  • 401k plan with partial company match
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plan
  • Clothing discount
  • Life insurance with additional voluntary life insurance policy
  • Voluntary short-term and long-term disability policies
  • Voluntary free annual biometric health test
  • Access to company sample sales
  • Company-sponsored Wellness program
  • Access to free monthly health & mindfulness webinars
  • Seasonal monetary awards for participation in company Fitness Challenges
  • Partial healthcare-subsidized fitness membership to 10,000 gym locations across the country
  • Company-subsidized discounts to theme parks & local attractions, including Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Six Flags, Sea World, and Southern California sports teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and others


Karen Kane is a well-established apparel brand that has been manufacturing women’s apparel for over 40 years. The brand has had rapid growth on ecommerce in recent years, and continues to have successful long-lasting relationships with major stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. From its start, the company has remained family-run and privately owned.

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