Associate Designer

The Workshop LA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Workshop LA is seeking an Associate Womenswear Designer to join our fashion-forward activewear team in Los Angeles. You will help design and develop performance-focused collections from concept through production, collaborating with Senior Designers and Product teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of women's apparel experience, strong sketching skills, and a solid understanding of performance fabrics and seamless construction. This on-site role offers growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 2–4 years of women's activewear design experience.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of performance fabrics and activewear construction.

Responsibilities

• Design women's activewear across multiple categories.
• Develop seasonal mood boards, color stories, fabrics.
• Create technical sketches, CADs, and tech packs.
• Collaborate with product development and overseas factories.
• Participate in fittings and provide feedback.
• Maintain design documentation and calendars.
• Ensure alignment with market trends.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Garment construction

Tech packs

Fabrics & trims

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Modern fitness apparel brand that creates premium, trend-driven products that inspire confidence in and out of the gym, is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Associate Womenswear Designer who is passionate about activewear, fashion trends, and innovative product development. Onsite full-time in the Valley.

Position Overview

As an Associate Womenswear Designer, you will play a key role in designing and developing performance-focused activewear collections that embody the brand aesthetic. Working closely with the Senior Designer and Product teams, you'll help bring seasonal concepts to life—from initial inspiration through production.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical design skills with an understanding of women's activewear construction, fabrics, fit, and current market trends. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited to help shape the future of the women's brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Design innovative women's activewear across multiple categories including leggings, sports bras, tops, outerwear, shorts, and lifestyle essentials.
• Research fashion, fitness, and cultural trends to develop fresh concepts aligned with the brand.
• Create seasonal mood boards, color stories, fabric direction, and trend presentations.
• Develop technical sketches, CADs, and detailed design packages for overseas manufacturing partners.
• Collaborate with Product Development to source fabrics, trims, prints, and performance materials.
• Participate in fittings by evaluating garment fit, function, and construction while providing clear feedback for revisions.
• Review lab dips, strike-offs, prototypes, and production samples to ensure design intent and quality standards are maintained.
• Partner with Merchandising and Marketing teams to ensure collections align with customer demand and seasonal product strategies.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and adhere to development calendars and production deadlines.
• Contribute ideas that elevate innovation, performance, and style within the women's product line.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience designing women's apparel, preferably activewear or athleisure.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent technical sketching and garment construction knowledge.
• Understanding of performance fabrics, compression materials, seamless construction, and activewear manufacturing.
• Experience creating tech packs and communicating with overseas factories.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.