Apparel Designer

24 Seven Talent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent in San Diego is seeking an Apparel Designer to shape seasonal collections and contribute to an unmistakable brand aesthetic. This onsite role requires creativity, attention to detail, and strong product execution.

You will design from concept through production, create mood boards, color stories, CADs and tech packs, and select fabrics and trims aligned with seasonal direction. Collaborate with technical design, merchandising, sales, and overseas vendors.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of apparel design experience; lifestyle apparel is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, fabrication, color and product development.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience creating CADs and tech packs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and seasonal deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, organized and highly detail-oriented approach.
• Basic print, repeat-pattern or artwork-development skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop seasonal apparel collections from concept through production.
• Create mood boards, color stories, silhouettes, CADs, and design files.
• Select fabrics, trims, finishes, and garment details aligned with seasonal direction.
• Partner with technical design, merchandising, sales, and overseas vendors throughout development.
• Review samples, provide clear comments, and help maintain quality, fit, and construction standards.
• Support seasonal line planning, trend research, and updates to core product categories.

Skills

Apparel design

Garment construction

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

CADs

Tech packs

Project management

Collaboration

Print/repeat artwork

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Apparel Designer

Fulltime, onsite

Our client in the apparel industry is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Apparel Designer to help shape seasonal collections. This is a collaborative, onsite role for someone who understands thoughtful design, strong product execution, and a distinctive brand aesthetic.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop seasonal apparel collections from concept through production.
• Create mood boards, color stories, silhouettes, CADs, and design files.
• Select fabrics, trims, finishes, and garment details aligned with seasonal direction.
• Partner with technical design, merchandising, sales, and overseas vendors throughout development.
• Review samples, provide clear comments, and help maintain quality, fit, and construction standards.
• Support seasonal line planning, trend research, and updates to core product categories.

What You’ll Bring

• 3-5 years of apparel design experience; lifestyle apparel is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, fabrication, color, and product development.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience creating CADs and tech packs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and seasonal deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, organized, and highly detail-oriented approach.
• Basic print, repeat-pattern, or artwork-development skills are a plus.