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Designer, Men's Sportswear

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Los Angeles

Requirements

  • A fashion design degree from an accredited academic institution
  • 5+ years of design experience
  • Strong knowledge of apparel design and garment construction
  • Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficient on Mac platform
  • Must be able to work proficiently in Adobe Illustrator
  • Photoshop and InDesign are a plus
  • Knowledge of Centrix PLM is a plus
  • Experience with fabric and wash development - fabric drape and technical properties
  • Experience with graphic techniques is a plus
  • Strong self-leader but can also take direction
  • Presentation skills; ability to speak confidently and respond to feedback in a collaborative way
  • Excellent sketching abilities, able to communicate ideas visually
  • Must have examples of work and portfolio to be considered

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the design and development of Men’s Sportswear across categories (tops, jackets, sweaters, and bottoms).
  • Ability to pull conceptual imagery, product research, and design inspiration each season that supports the creative vision and maintains brand filters.
  • Responsible for creating and maintaining all sketches, detail pages, BOMs, and tech packs.
  • Responsible for maintaining VLPs (Visual Line Plan) and capturing changes throughout entire development lifecycle.
  • Cross functional collaboration, such as leading design intent for fittings, reviewing color and strike-offs, communicating fabric and trim approvals, managing pass-off to tech partners.
  • Responsible for managing and hitting all deadlines.
  • Ability to work closely with other team members to help manage overall workload for the department, must be a team player.
  • Organization, great with time management and attention to detail.
  • Able to function in a fast-paced work environment that is growing and evolving rapidly.

FAQs

What is the role of a Designer in the Men's Sportswear team?

The Designer is responsible for the design and development of Men’s Sportswear across categories, including tops, jackets, sweaters, and bottoms, while collaborating with the team to maintain the creative vision and manage the development lifecycle.

What qualifications are needed for this position?

A fashion design degree from an accredited institution and 5+ years of design experience are required, along with strong knowledge of apparel design, garment construction, and excellent communication skills.

Do I need experience with specific design software?

Yes, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required, and skills in Photoshop and InDesign are a plus. Familiarity with Centrix PLM software is also advantageous.

Is a portfolio required for consideration?

Yes, candidates must provide examples of their work and a portfolio to be considered for the position.

What kind of work environment can I expect?

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. offers an open, collaborative work environment with best-in-class amenities and perks, including team building outings and a smart casual dress code.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the company offers professional development opportunities as part of its commitment to helping team members grow and realize their full potential.

What benefits does the company provide?

The company provides a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid maternity/paternity leave; life insurance; pre-tax transit discounts; and discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products.

What is the pay range for this position?

The estimated pay range for the Designer position is $75,000 - $100,000 per year, with individual pay determined by skills, experience, and education.

How important is teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is very important; the Designer must be able to work closely with other team members, manage overall workload, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What sort of culture does Wilson Sporting Goods Co. promote?

The company promotes a culture of passion, creativity, integrity, and innovation, aiming to inspire athletes and create impactful products while valuing diverse perspectives and teamwork.

Empowering every human to live like an athlete.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1914
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Wilson Sporting Goods Co., a subsidiary of Amer Sports Corporation, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high performance sports equipment, apparel and accessories. Since 1914, Wilson has been on the mission to help athletes everywhere reach their true potential. For more than 100 years, Wilson has studied the powerful and symbiotic relationship an athlete has with his/her equipment. With that relationship in mind, the Company invents, designs and engineers game-changing products using state-of-the-art sports technologies and expertise, and the insights and ambassadorship of its 10,000 member strong Wilson Advisory Staff. This Staff is comprised of top youth, college, amateur, and professional athletes, teams, coaches, programs and leagues from around the world. The Company’s unwavering commitment to innovation pushes its sports into new territories, including digitally connected, socially sharable, and highly customizable products. This dedication and focus is woven throughout the Wilson global culture, which thrives on collaboration, experimentation, passion, teamwork, persistence, ingenuity and positivity. Today, millions of Tennis, Baseball, Softball, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Golf athletes choose to use Wilson products as they prepare for and compete in matches, games, tournaments and championships. Wilson is headquartered in Chicago, IL, with offices and staff in more than 100 countries. The global Wilson team is 1,600 strong and growing.

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