Apparel Designer Jobs
Apparel Designer jobs are open across fashion retail, sportswear, luxury brands, and manufacturing, from junior and associate levels to senior and principal, with specializations in womenswear, menswear, and activewear. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS
Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design
Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design
Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women?s apparel, and jewelry.
Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.
An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.
The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.
Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands in the world. Each respective group is Iconic by Nature and Exceptional by Design.
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Print Designer. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Create, edit/manipulate, setup/tech, and send to factory/mill for development:
- Seasonal prints, stripes, and plaids for multiple brands
- Logos, tags, and labels pertaining to the brand?s packaging
- Understand and manage print restrictions such as repeat sizes, color limitations, and costing challenges
- Work closely with the Design Director to establish the overall seasonal print direction for each brand
- Collaborate with Designers on print development by classifications
- Schedule seasonal print appointments with vendors
- Lead seasonal print research and present trending and brand appropriate concepts to Design Director and SVP of Design
- Assist in prepping for internal meetings and market appointments
- Is an expert resource on print product aesthetic and techniques/processes
- Constantly research and present aspirational and competitive market trends and new techniques in prints
- Adjust to changing business needs
- Adhere to time & action calendar
- Partner with the Legal Department to ensure that graphics/designs do not infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
- Develop and manage a reference library to allow prompt and easy access for all product groups
- Communicate with Licensor and cross functional team members on status of artwork
- Present artwork to Licensor as needed
- Acts as a technical resource for the Design teams in terms of production of prints
- Daily communicate with overseas agents on strike-off comments, development status
PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS
Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design
Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design
Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women?s apparel, and jewelry.
Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.
An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.
The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.
Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands in the world. Each respective group is Iconic by Nature and Exceptional by Design.
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Print Designer. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Create, edit/manipulate, setup/tech, and send to factory/mill for development:
- Seasonal prints, stripes, and plaids for multiple brands
- Logos, tags, and labels pertaining to the brand?s packaging
- Understand and manage print restrictions such as repeat sizes, color limitations, and costing challenges
- Work closely with the Design Director to establish the overall seasonal print direction for each brand
- Collaborate with Designers on print development by classifications
- Schedule seasonal print appointments with vendors
- Lead seasonal print research and present trending and brand appropriate concepts to Design Director and SVP of Design
- Assist in prepping for internal meetings and market appointments
- Is an expert resource on print product aesthetic and techniques/processes
- Constantly research and present aspirational and competitive market trends and new techniques in prints
- Adjust to changing business needs
- Adhere to time & action calendar
- Partner with the Legal Department to ensure that graphics/designs do not infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
- Develop and manage a reference library to allow prompt and easy access for all product groups
- Communicate with Licensor and cross functional team members on status of artwork
- Present artwork to Licensor as needed
- Acts as a technical resource for the Design teams in terms of production of prints
- Daily communicate with overseas agents on strike-off comments, development status
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Who's Hiring
- NIKE10
- Nordstrom6
- 24 Seven Talent5
- Timberland4
- Under Armour3
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Fashion & Apparel
- Retail
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in apparel designer jobs.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for technical flat sketches and presentations
- Experience creating detailed tech packs including construction specs, measurements, and callouts
- Knowledge of garment construction, fabric properties, and manufacturing processes
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a closely related field
- Familiarity with PLM or product development software such as Centric or Flex
- Portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design work across at least one apparel category
Tips for Your Apparel Designer Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to each category
Hiring managers in activewear want to see performance fabric knowledge, while luxury brands look for hand-sketching and draping. Pull the most relevant projects forward in your portfolio for each application rather than showing every category you've worked in.
Show your technical pack skills upfront
Many postings screen out candidates who only show finished renderings. Lead your resume with specific CAD tools you use, such as Adobe Illustrator or CLO 3D, and call out your experience building tech packs and construction specs directly in your skills section.
Target openings that match your seasonal rhythm
Apparel hiring is tied to product calendar deadlines. Roles posted in late winter and early summer often signal teams prepping for the next season's development cycle, so that timing gives you a better shot at joining before a busy crunch begins.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists apparel designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a trend research presentation for interviews
Many apparel design interviews include a take-home or live trend exercise. Practice presenting a cohesive seasonal concept with a clear customer POV, color palette rationale, and fabric direction so you're not caught flat-footed by a whiteboard prompt.
Negotiate scope before accepting a title
An apparel designer role can mean anything from full creative ownership to production-only tasks depending on the brand. Ask directly in final-round conversations which categories you'll own, who approves designs, and how much input you have on material selection before you sign.
Apparel Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most apparel designers?
The companies hiring the most apparel designers right now include NIKE, Nordstrom, and 24 Seven Talent, with the largest share of openings in California, Oregon, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is distributed across mass-market retailers, specialty brands, and sportswear labels.
How many apparel designer jobs are remote?
About 51% of apparel designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most remote flexibility found in concept and trend roles rather than technical design positions. Roles that require hands-on sample review, fit sessions, or factory coordination are more likely to require in-office or on-site presence.
How do you become an apparel designer?
Most apparel designers complete a degree in fashion or apparel design to build foundational skills in sketching, draping, and garment construction. From there, internships or assistant roles at a brand or manufacturer help you build a portfolio and learn how product calendars and tech packs work in production. Proficiency in Illustrator and a strong category focus make your application stand out when you move into full designer roles.
Can you get hired as an apparel designer with little experience?
Entry-level apparel designer roles do exist, but most require a portfolio that demonstrates real design thinking even without professional credits. Freelance projects, school collections, capsule collaborations, or self-initiated work in a specific category all count. Targeting smaller brands or private-label manufacturers is often more realistic early on because they tend to develop junior talent in-house rather than requiring proven production experience upfront.
What does the apparel designer interview process look like?
Most apparel designer interviews begin with a portfolio review where you walk through past seasons and explain your design decisions. A hiring manager or creative director will typically ask about your process from concept to final spec. Many brands follow with a design exercise, either a take-home trend or a live whiteboard prompt, before a final round with cross-functional partners like merchandising or production.
Where can I find and apply to apparel designer jobs?
You can find and apply to apparel designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your category experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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