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Patternmaker

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$50 - $75/hr

... Design, Product Development and Technical Design teams to understand desired fit & pattern ... Freelance, hourly ($50-$75 per hour commensurate with experience) Disclaimer: by applying for this ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Production Painter

Somerville, MA · On-site

$19.75 - $25.75/hr

VDA is a leading Experiential Event Design Agency specializing in 3D marketing and design for ... Prep surfaces (sanding, priming, patching) on scenic and structural elements before finish is ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior Copywriter

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$2.6K - $3.4K/wk

With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and ... Write clear, purposeful, and on-brand copy across digital product surfaces, including UX content ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior Designer

New York, NY · On-site

Deliver high-quality UI design across digital product surfaces, with a strong grounding in user ... patterns, variants, and states with a focus on scalability and consistency * Develop and deliver ...

Royal Robbins

Freelance Technical Designer

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$40 - $75/hr

Education in a relevant field such as Pattern Making, Fashion Design, Textiles, or a related ... products Freelance Engagement Location: Berkeley, CA Reports To: Technical Design Manager ...

Gumloop

Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$185K - $250K/yr

You'll own key user-facing surfaces from early concept through final implementation, using strong ... You'll also help evolve our design system and establish reusable patterns that make the product ...

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How much do freelance surface pattern design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance surface pattern design in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance surface pattern design?

A Freelance Surface Pattern Design job involves creating repeating patterns or illustrations for use on products like textiles, wallpapers, stationery, and packaging. Designers work independently, licensing or selling their designs to brands, manufacturers, or print-on-demand platforms. They may also take on custom design projects for clients. This role requires creativity, knowledge of design software, and an understanding of industry trends. Freelancers manage their own business, handling marketing, contracts, and client relationships.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in freelance surface pattern design, and why are they important?

To excel as a Freelance Surface Pattern Designer, you need a strong foundation in illustration, color theory, and design principles, often supported by a portfolio showcasing your work. Proficiency with digital design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is essential, and familiarity with surface pattern industry standards is an advantage. Effective communication, time management, and self-motivation help freelancers succeed in managing multiple projects and clients. These skills are crucial for producing high-quality, marketable designs while building a reliable client base and staying competitive in a creative industry.

What are some of the biggest challenges freelance surface pattern designers face, and how can they overcome them?

Freelance surface pattern designers often face challenges such as finding consistent clients, managing fluctuating workloads, and keeping up with changing design trends. To overcome these obstacles, it's helpful to build a strong online portfolio, actively network within the design community, and regularly update your skills through industry resources and workshops. Many successful freelancers also dedicate time to researching current market needs and establishing a reliable workflow to balance creativity with business responsibilities. By staying organized and proactive, designers can build a sustainable career and maintain a steady stream of engaging projects.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Surface Pattern Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 11% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Freelance Designer- Wrangler Women's

Kontoor Brands, Inc.

Greensboro, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Kontoor Brands rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 62 rated fashion and textile manufacturers

Job description

Who We Are:

Kontoor Brands is a portfolio of three of the world's most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler, Lee and Helly Hansen. Kontoor Brands is a purpose-led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long- term value for its stakeholders.

Job Posting:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing tops styles - sketching, coming up with ideas, details, new silhouettes

  • Selecting new fabric for tops

  • Pulling pattern inspiration for plaids

  • Assorting the plaids/patterns into the shirt styles

  • Assorting color into styles

  • Sketching hand off pages/ detail call outs

  • Meeting with tech - walking them through the detail callouts

  • Lab dips color comments, h/l comments, wash panel comments - entering comments into charts

  • Power point files for Milestone meeting presentations (creating our "line sheets")

  • Pinning boards for comp review

  • Trim development - buttons, labels, embroideries, patches (adobe illustrator)

  • Organizing samples & racks

  • Need to have an "eye for color", experience building collections, experience with prints and plaids.

  • Educational/Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in fashion or apparel design

Special Physical and/or Mental Requirements:

  • This person will be required to be onsite at our HQ in Greensboro, NC.

  • This position will be a part-time freelance role at 20 hours a week.

Why Kontoor Brands?

At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle. Our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family's needs - now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.

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