Sportswear Designer

Fashion & Retail Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented sportswear designer to join their luxury athleisurewear brand in London. This exciting role involves sourcing innovative fabrics, creating technical specifications, and developing prototypes for both menswear and womenswear. The ideal candidate will bring 2-3 years of relevant experience, a keen eye for trends and colors, and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and clients. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality, stylish sportswear that meets the needs of modern consumers.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in sportswear or athleisurewear design.
• Strong commercial approach with good trend and colour vision.

Responsibilities

• Source new fabrics and trims from suppliers.
• Create detailed technical specs and develop prototypes.
• Conduct competitor analysis and market research.

Skills

Sportswear Design

Trend Analysis

Colour Theory

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Fashion Design

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

We have a new and exciting opportunity for an experienced sportswear designer to join a luxury sportswear/athleisurewear brand, specialising in both menswear and womenswear based in London.

The role will involve:

1. Work with suppliers to source new fabrics and trims
2. Creating detailed technical specs and working on the development of prototypes and samples
3. Production of CAD illustrations and technical drawings
4. Design research and development
5. Conducting competitor product analysis, trend and market research for emerging trends relevant to core market.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years work experience within sportswear, athleisurewear or similar product coupled with a good eye for trend and colour. With a strong commercial approach, you will also be good at building and nurturing relationships with both existing and potential new customers.