Assistant Designer, Wrangler Outdoor

Kontoor Brands; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kontoor Brands' Wrangler Outdoor team is seeking an Assistant Designer to support seasonal product across Wrangler Outdoor, Workwear, and FR Workwear, while remaining true to Wrangler's DNA.

You will assist with design development, CADs, color approvals, and presentations, collaborating with cross-functional partners in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. A degree in Apparel or Fashion Design and proficiency in Illustrator/Photoshop are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, Art, Graphic Design or related field.
• Approximately 1 year of professional experience in apparel design preferred.
• Illustration and design skills with strong color sense required.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop required.
• Familiarity with V-Stitcher or other 3D apparel design software preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Design team in development and execution of seasonal product lines and projects (fabric, trims, artwork, color, style details).
• Support creation of design presentations, seasonal decks, and CAD sheets.
• Develop and maintain the Design Development Tracker and organize seasonal deliverables.
• Review and approve color lab dips, strike-offs, handlooms, and other development submissions with Designer.
• Create and maintain 3D CADs for seasonal line assortments.
• Produce plaids, simple repeats, and other print/pattern artwork.
• Support prototype and fit reviews: organize samples, document feedback, track follow-up actions.
• Take notes during proto reviews, fit sessions and milestones; communicate actions to partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep projects on schedule and aligned with design direction.

Skills

illustration and design skills

Microsoft Office

organization & communication

creative thinking

team collaboration

Education

Apparel Design

Fashion Design

Art

Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

V-Stitcher

3D CAD tools

Job description

Who We Are:

Kontoor Brands is a portfolio of three of the world's most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler, Lee and Helly Hansen. Kontoor Brands is a purpose- led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long-term value for its stakeholders.

Job Posting:

Assistant Designer - Wrangler Outdoor

Kontoor Brands is seeking anAssistant Designerto join theWrangler Outdoorteam. This position reports to the Designer and supports the design and development of seasonal product across Wrangler Outdoor, with additional exposure toWorkwear, Non-Denim Outerwear, and Flame Resistant (FR) Workwear.

The Assistant Designer will work closely with Design and cross-functional partners to help develop innovative, trend-right product that aligns with merchandising briefs while remaining true to Wrangler's brand DNA. This role provides an opportunity to build a strong foundation in apparel design, product development, and the seasonal design process while supporting the team's day-to-day activities and key milestones.

The role will contribute to bothcreative design and developmentas well as the organization and execution required to move product through the development process, including color approvals, artwork development, CADs, fit and prototype reviews, and design presentations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Design team in the development and execution of seasonal product lines and special projects, includingfabric, trims, artwork, color, and overall style details.
• Support the creation ofdesign presentations, seasonal decks, and CAD sheets, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Develop and maintain theDesign Development Trackerand support organization of key seasonal deliverables.
• Partner with the Designer to review and approvecolor lab dips, strike-offs, handlooms, and other development submissions.
• Work with the Designer to create and maintain3D CADsfor seasonal line assortments.
• Createplaids, simple repeats, and other print/pattern artworkfor seasonal collections.
• Support preparation forprototype and fit reviews, including organizing samples, documenting feedback, and tracking follow-up actions.
• Take clear and detailed notes duringproto reviews, fit sessions, and other key milestone meetingsand communicate action items to appropriate partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and development teams to help keep projects organized, on schedule, and aligned with the seasonal design direction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree inApparel Design, Fashion Design, Art, Graphic Design, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
• Approximately1 year of professional experience and/or training in apparel designpreferred.
• Strongillustration and design skills, including hand sketching, Adobe Illustrator, and a strong sense of color.
• Proficiency inAdobe Illustrator and Photoshoprequired.
• Familiarity withV-Stitcher or other 3D apparel design softwarepreferred but not required.
• Working knowledge ofMicrosoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to think creatively while maintaining a strongattention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Ability to work in afast-paced, collaborative environmentand adapt as priorities and responsibilities evolve.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn, contribute, and work effectively as part of a team.

Leadership Competencies Expected for this Role:

Foundational Leader

Global Agility - Be open and adapt quickly when things change

Purposeful Integrity - Do the right thing, even when no one is watching

Strategic Foresight - Think ahead and plan for what's coming

Customer Centric Innovation - Find better ways to serve our customers

Urgency for Impact - Act fast and get results that matter

Bold Accountability - Take ownership of your work and results

Empowered Collaboration - Work well with others to get things done

Why Kontoor Brands?

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work.

• Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family's needs - now and in the future.
• We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel.
• Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.