Denim Designer — Trend-Driven, On-Site in LA

Global Fashion Resource Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Fashion Resource Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a Denim Designer to create denim collections that mirror the brand’s aesthetic and market trends.

You will design fits, washes, finishes, and trims, and prepare sketches and tech packs for production. You will collaborate with pattern makers, production teams, and merchandising, review samples for fit and quality, and stay ahead of trends through research and material sourcing.

Qualifications

• Expertise in denim design including fits, washes, fabric selection, and garment construction.
• Proficiency with fashion design tools (Illustrator, Photoshop) and technical sketching.
• Experience collaborating with pattern making, production, and merchandising teams in apparel.
• Strong understanding of trend forecasting, market research, and consumer preferences in women's fashion.
• Knowledge of fabric performance, wash processes, and denim quality standards.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Los Angeles, attend fittings, sample reviews, and vendor meetings.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience in denim design.
• Prior experience with women’s apparel and lifestyle brands is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design denim collections aligned with brand aesthetic and market trends.
• Create concepts for fits, washes, treatments, and trims.
• Develop sketches and technical design packages for production.
• Collaborate with pattern makers, production teams, and merchandising.
• Review samples to ensure quality, fit, and construction standards.
• Research current and emerging fashion trends and source materials.
• Partner with merchandising and marketing for cohesive storytelling.
• Maintain design calendars and meet seasonal deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous product innovation.

Skills

Denim design

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Pattern collaboration

Trend forecasting

Fabric knowledge

Communication

On-site in LA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Global Fashion Resource Inc. in Los Angeles is seeking a Denim Designer to create denim collections that mirror the brand’s aesthetic and market trends.

You will design fits, washes, finishes, and trims, and prepare sketches and tech packs for production. You will collaborate with pattern makers, production teams, and merchandising, review samples for fit and quality, and stay ahead of trends through research and material sourcing.