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How much do textile pattern designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for textile pattern designer in British Columbia is $27.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a textile pattern designer do?

A Textile Pattern Designer creates unique and visually appealing patterns for fabrics used in fashion, home décor, and other textile products. They use hand-drawn sketches or digital tools to develop designs that align with market trends and brand identity. Their work involves selecting colors, textures, and motifs while ensuring patterns are scalable and production-ready. Many Textile Pattern Designers collaborate with manufacturers, fashion designers, or interior decorators to bring their creations to life.

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

To thrive as a Textile Pattern Designer, you need strong artistic abilities, a solid understanding of textile materials and color theory, and typically a degree in textile design, fashion, or a related field. Familiarity with digital design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs is essential, and specialized certifications in textile or surface pattern design are advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help designers collaborate with teams and translate concepts into production-ready patterns. These skills are crucial for producing innovative and commercially viable designs that meet client or market needs in a competitive industry.

What is a typical workday like for a textile pattern designer?

A typical workday for a Textile Pattern Designer often involves researching current trends, sketching new pattern concepts, and creating digital designs using industry-standard software. Designers frequently meet with product development teams, clients, or manufacturers to review samples and discuss revisions. They also spend time preparing technical specifications for patterns to ensure accurate production. Collaboration is a key part of the role, as designers work closely with merchandisers, fabric technologists, and production teams to bring their concepts to life. This dynamic blend of creative and technical tasks makes the work both challenging and rewarding.

Do textile pattern designers make money?

Textile pattern designers can earn varying salaries depending on experience, location, and employer, with many working as freelancers or for design firms. Entry-level positions typically start lower, while experienced designers with a strong portfolio and skills in design software like Adobe Illustrator can command higher wages. Income also depends on the complexity of projects and the designer's reputation in the industry.

How much do textile pattern designers make a year?

The average annual salary for textile pattern designers in the United States ranges from $40,000 to $80,000, depending on experience, location, and employer. Senior designers or those working for major brands can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $90,000. Skills in design software like Adobe Illustrator and a strong portfolio can influence earning potential.

How do you become a textile pattern designer?

To become a textile pattern designer, individuals typically pursue a degree in textile design, fashion design, or a related field, and develop strong skills in drawing, color theory, and digital design tools like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Building a portfolio of original patterns and gaining experience through internships or freelance work are important steps to enter the industry.
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Designer 2 - Veilance, Women's

ARC'TERYX

Vancouver, BC

CA$82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Arc'teryx rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Your Opportunity at ARC'TERYX:

As a Designer 2, Women's, you have the opportunity to design product solutions that align with Veilance design philosophies that continuously exceed our guests' evolving needs. In this role, you design for our Veilance product category, with a specific focus on women's product and perspective. You bring your curiosity and passion for product to imagine and build innovative, relevant and resolved designs for the city environment. You are an innovative problem solver with a focus on collaborative teamwork.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-site. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. 

Meet Your Future Team:

We are innovative problem solvers with a focus on collaborative teamwork. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying future needs in city environments, then build, test, and validate high-end product solutions.

If you were the Designer 2, Women's now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:
  • Creating and executing assigned product designs alongside your senior leaders that are future oriented and user-centric 
  • Helping to define the current and future global guest, their needs and expectations through building mood boards, and visualizing consumer journeys and market analysis
  • Contributing to the commercialization of innovative technologies, including materials, pattern, and construction techniques for existing and new product categories 
  • Creating patterns, mock ups, and prototypes to explore, resolve, or prove new concepts or construction techniques 
  • Providing detailed product initiations to the Product Development team, including spec drawings, pattern and fit directions, and material information 
  • Collaborating with the Fit & Pattern team to resolve fit style and construction issues, and ensure a fully commercialized product 
  • Coordinating with the Materials team to test new materials and ensure that necessary items are available for prototyping 
  • Developing and maintaining a thorough understanding of the materials and manufacturing techniques that Veilance works with 
  • Collaborating closely with other Designers to bring new and better toolbox solutions that benefit the brand (such as new technologies, construction techniques, features, etc.)  
  • Staying up to date with industry trends 
  • Assisting with current product design changes where necessary, in order to address in-line production issues 
  • Supporting the Design Director/Senior Designers in developing a schedule for the flow of the line plan through all development stages, including charting line plan progress 
  • Partnering with the Development and Merchandising teams on concepting and prototyping for seasonal products to gain visibility into cost estimates, MOQs and LOM concerns  
  • Presenting at internal meetings, design reviews and seasonal stage gates, annual seasonal handoffs and other product meetings as required 
  • Attending trade shows, company events as well as sourcing and development vendor visits as required 
Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:
  • Contributing to the long-term strategic plan for Women's apparel at Veilance
  • Collaborating with various design activity leaders to identify new product opportunities and propose product solutions 
  • Working closely with our Development teams and innovation partnerships to challenge and evolve the way we bring innovative ideas to production
Are you our next Designer 2, Women's?
  • You have a Degree in Design (Apparel or Industrial, or Textile Engineering) 
  • You have 5+ years hands-on experience designing apparel products, with a specific focus on designing women's product 
  • You have the capability to create tools and construction methods to assist in solving construction issues 
  • You have constant finger on the pulse of evolving city cultures and evolving markets, but seek a timeless solve over temporary trends 
  • You are a technical expert, comfortable translating digital data to physical (and vice versa), with experience using CLO3D, Adobe Illustrator
  • You are an excellent team player with the ability to take direction and work independently 
  • You have technical and creative skills to pattern and prototype 
  • You are entrepreneurial and innovative 
  • You have strong planning, organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills 
  • You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do what is right 
  • You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity 
  • You are able to balance autonomy and collaboration 
  • You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement 
  • Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it 
  • A strong knowledge of Arc'teryx products and interest/involvement in activities Arc'teryx makes products for 
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is CAD$82,000 - CAD$108,000 
Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc'teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. 

We're committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team. 

In addition to base pay, Arc'teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life: 

  • Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
  • Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
  • Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.
  • Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events),Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear). 

*Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role. 

Equal Opportunity
 
Arc'teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. 
 
Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.  
 
All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.
 
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Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world. 
 
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