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IHL Group

Assistant Designer, Kid's Apparel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40K - $52K/yr

IHL is looking for an Assistant Designer to join our Kid's Apparel team! In this role, you will ... Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design * Entry-level 1-3 years experience * Highly Creative and ...

REVOLVE

Associate Product Developer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

This entry-level, full-time position is ideal for candidates with a background in design ... Strong interest in apparel design, merchandising, or production * Excellent organizational skills ...

REVOLVE

Product Developer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

This entry-level, full-time position is ideal for candidates with a background in design ... Strong interest in apparel design, merchandising, or production * Excellent organizational skills ...

REVOLVE

Associate Product Developer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

This entry-level, full-time position is ideal for candidates with a background in design ... Strong interest in apparel design, merchandising, or production * Excellent organizational skills ...

J. Crew

Assistant Designer Cut & Sew Knits

New York, NY · Hybrid

$57K - $71K/yr

... in Apparel or Fashion Design. Overview: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Designer to support the Women's Cut & Sew Knits design team. This entry-level role is ideal for ...

Birdy Grey

Product Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$55K - $68K/yr

... an entry-level support role. We're a product obsessed company and looking for a detail oriented ... A genuine interest in color, fabric, and apparel design, with an eye for detail * Extremely ...

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How much do entry level apparel design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level apparel design in the United States is $26.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed for entry level apparel design?

To excel as an Entry Level Apparel Designer, you need a foundation in fashion design principles, garment construction, and a relevant degree or diploma in fashion or textile design. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs is highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a collaborative mindset are key soft skills for this role. These abilities are essential for creating marketable apparel, collaborating with design teams, and contributing to successful product development in a fast-paced industry.

What is an entry level apparel design?

An Entry Level Apparel Design job involves assisting in the creation of clothing and accessories by supporting senior designers with research, sketches, fabric selection, and technical drawings. Responsibilities may include trend analysis, maintaining design boards, and coordinating with production teams. This role helps new designers gain hands-on experience in the fashion industry while developing technical skills like pattern making and garment construction.

What do entry level apparel designers do?

As an Entry Level Apparel Designer, you can expect to support senior designers by assisting in the development of concept boards, creating technical sketches, preparing tech packs, and sourcing fabrics and trims. You may participate in fittings, help with garment sample reviews, and contribute to trend research or color forecasting. Collaboration with pattern makers, production teams, and merchandisers is common, offering valuable exposure to the full apparel design process. These tasks provide hands-on experience, help develop technical and creative skills, and open doors for future advancement in the fashion industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Apparel Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 89% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $55,594 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

FP Movement Assistant Designer - Performance Outdoor

FP Movement

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Role Summary
FP Movement is seeking an Assistant Designer - Performance Outdoor. The FP Movement Assistant Designer contributes to the overall trend and direction for designs each season for Outdoor Performance Apparel Categories including run, hike & court sports. The Assistant Designer actively participates in designing seasonal collections ensuring that designs and resulting product are cohesive and appropriate for the Free People Movement.
STAND OUT NEVER STILL- FP movement is a lifestyle brand. Designed inhouse and includes high performance active wear, casual sweats and recovery styles as well as all the extras you need to stay active
We stand out in the market with details and designs inspired from street style and runways and what we call the FP twist inherited from our sister brand Free People. At FP Movement, we believe in the power of community and supporting each other. We are always #movingtogether.
Role Responsibilities
  • Translate new ideas for upcoming seasons and presentations by sketching and/or mocking.
  • Maintain an active role in the weekly Design Flow Meetings. Take notes and manage follow up communication on all outstanding issues in collaboration with Designer.
  • Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with designer/buyers/technical designers/production.
  • Execute specific design development projects as assigned by Designer and manage development and execution of trim and artwork packages.
  • Set up spec sheets for all private label product & assist Design Lead with market developments & follow-up communication as needed.
  • Partner with PD on the status of styles in development daily to ensure product execution meets design specifications and are on track in style development process.
  • Assist in completing technical sketches for domestic and overseas programs, set up spec sheets for all private label product & assist Designer with market developments as well as follow-up communication as needed.
  • Prepare development packages and participate in follow up communication related to each package.
  • Review incoming garments with Designer and PD partners to ensure they are correct and in line with original intent as well as brand standards.
  • Assist in sample preparation for monthly sales review meetings by collaborating with Designer on innovative presentations that effectively communicate line to Buyers and Brand leaders.
  • Support in executing original design ideas through draped & sewn mocks in preparation for key meetings.
  • Proactive and willingness to perform special tasks as needed.
  • Support in office organization of samples, mocking yardage, trims, fabrics, and other design tools.
  • Photograph samples on model and photo edit as needed.

Role Qualifications
  • Assistant Design: 1-3 Years of professional design or related industry experience preferred
  • Bachelor Degree in Fashion Apparel Design, Sportswear Design or related preferred.
  • Design tools: Procreate, Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop)
  • Sewing, draping, mocking experience.
  • Excellent communication skills to communicate ideas and inspirations to others and to interact with Designers, Buyers and other Cross Functional partners.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to intuitively respond and reprioritize as needs shift during the development process.
  • Entry level technical knowledge of apparel construction.
  • Entry level knowledge of fabric treatments as well as wash and dye techniques
  • Ability to hand sketch and communicate design ideas via computer program. Ai experience note required but is a plus!
  • Ability to relocate to or current residence in or within commuting distance to Philadelphia, PA

The Perks
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO Statement
URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.

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