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Associate Designer

Charleston, SC · Hybrid

Apparel and Swimwear Designer Location: Charleston, SC (Hybrid) Department: Production About Our client is a premium family swimwear and lifestyle brand built for sun-filled days and the little ...

Solaire

Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$20.75 - $25.25/hr

Looking for a Fashion Design Student 👙🎨 I'm looking for a fashion design student interested in getting hands-on experience designing a bikini/swimwear piece. This could be a great opportunity ...

Nani Swimwear

Design Assistant

Hyde Park, UT

As a women-owned brand, we're passionate about creating thoughtfully designed swimwear and activewear that empowers women to get outside, try new things, and live fully. We're also committed to ...

Aquilon

Assistant Designer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

The Assistant Designer role at Aquilon is a full-time, hybrid position based in Long Beach ... This role supports the design team in developing seasonal swimwear collections, including assisting ...

Nani Swimwear

Design Assistant

Hyde Park, UT · On-site

As a women-owned brand, we're passionate about creating thoughtfully designed swimwear and activewear that empowers women to get outside, try new things, and live fully. We're also committed to ...

Nani Swimwear

Design Assistant

Hyde Park, UT · On-site

As a women-owned brand, we're passionate about creating thoughtfully designed swimwear and activewear that empowers women to get outside, try new things, and live fully. We're also committed to ...

Montce

Technical Designer

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Role Overview The Technical Designer is responsible for executing complex technical development for high-end swimwear and resort collections. This role owns fit, grading, construction logic, and ...

Montce

Technical Designer

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Role Overview The Technical Designer is responsible for executing complex technical development for high-end swimwear and resort collections. This role owns fit, grading, construction logic, and ...

Minnow Swim

Associate Apparel Designer

Charleston, SC · On-site

about minnow minnow is a premium family swimwear and lifestyle brand built for sun-filled days and ... We are excited to have an experienced designer jump in and help support our current product lines.

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How much do swimwear designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for swimwear designer in the United States is $23.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a swimwear designer?

A Swimwear Designer is responsible for creating stylish, functional, and innovative swimwear for various markets, including fashion, athletic, and leisure. They research trends, select fabrics, develop sketches, and collaborate with manufacturers to bring designs to production. This role requires knowledge of materials that perform well in water, garment construction, and an understanding of body shapes for a flattering fit. Swimwear Designers often work for fashion brands, sports companies, or as freelancers in the industry.

What does a swimwear designer do?

A typical day for a Swimwear Designer involves sketching new concepts, selecting fabrics and trims, and collaborating with pattern makers and sample makers to develop prototypes. Designers often review fit and construction details using sample garments, attend trend research meetings, and participate in team discussions to align collections with overall brand vision. Regular feedback sessions with marketing, production, and merchandising teams ensure that designs meet both creative goals and commercial needs. The fast-paced nature of the fashion industry means multitasking and adapting priorities are common, making each day dynamic and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a swimwear designer?

To thrive as a Swimwear Designer, you need strong skills in fashion design, textile selection, pattern making, and garment construction, typically backed by a degree in fashion design or a related field. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software like Adobe Illustrator, 3D garment visualization programs, and technical pattern drafting tools is often required. Creative problem-solving, trend awareness, and clear communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities help ensure innovative, functional, and marketable swimwear collections that meet both design standards and consumer expectations.

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Infographic showing various Swimwear Designer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,320 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Swimwear Designer - Tween Category

New York, NY • Hybrid

Acquaint New York LLC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$95K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Swimwear Designer - Tween Category


Location: New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid — 4 days in office / 1 day WFH

Salary: $95,000–$110,000, depending on experience

Benefits: Health Insurance • PTO • 401(k)


We’re looking for a creative, trend-savvy Swimwear Designer to join our growing design team and help shape exciting collections for the Tween / Big Girls market.

This is an opportunity for a designer who understands what today’s young consumer wants—and knows how to translate emerging fashion, color, print, and silhouette trends into fresh, age-appropriate, commercially successful swimwear.


You’ll have the opportunity to be involved throughout the creative process, from researching trends and developing seasonal concepts to creating original designs, executing prints, and bringing products to life. Working alongside a talented bi-coastal design and product development team, you’ll play an important role in shaping each season’s collection.


What You’ll Do

  • Spot the next big trends: Research emerging fashion, color, print, graphics, and silhouette trends with a focus on the Junior, Tween, and children's market.
  • Shape seasonal concepts: Develop inspiring mood boards, color stories, and visual direction that bring seasonal ideas to life.
  • Design with impact: Create original swimwear designs, CADs, technical flats, and colorways using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Make prints come alive: Develop, color, and revise prints and artwork using Adobe Photoshop.
  • Bring a sharp eye to product: Review strike-offs and provide thoughtful color, print, and engraving comments to ensure the final product meets creative standards.
  • Support the design library: Maintain and update body libraries, technical flats, design archives, and other key design resources.
  • Collaborate across teams: Partner closely with Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design throughout the product development process.
  • Work across the country: Collaborate with creative and cross-functional partners in both our New York and Los Angeles offices.


What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred.
  • Experience designing children’s, Junior, Tween, or swimwear apparel; experience with the Big Girls category is a plus.
  • A strong understanding of Junior and Tween fashion trends and the ability to translate them into product that feels current, fun, and age-appropriate.
  • Expert-level Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop skills.
  • A highly developed eye for color, print, graphics, proportion, and trend interpretation.
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • A proactive, curious mindset—you take initiative, ask questions, and look for ways to make the product better.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across a bi-coastal team.
  • A genuine enthusiasm for fashion, swimwear, and the opportunity to continue learning and growing as a designer.