Design Technologist

SanMar-Internal; Issaquah (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability coverage

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

SanMar-Internal in Issaquah, WA, is seeking a Design Technologist to bridge design, technology and innovation. You will optimize Adobe Creative Cloud usage, explore AI-enabled workflows, and build reusable templates and systems for the apparel design team.

The role includes training designers, developing SOPs, collaborating with design operations, and piloting new tools. You will help translate technical sketches into compelling visuals while staying current with tools like Vizcom, Midjourney,

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years in design tech, production design, design operations, or related roles.
• Proficient with Illustrator and InDesign; data merge and template systems.
• Experience applying AI tools in fashion or creative workflows; show work samples.

Responsibilities

• Build templates, automations, and assets in Illustrator and InDesign.
• Train designers and merchandisers on Adobe best practices.
• Experiment with AI to render 3D or photoreal visuals.
• Develop SOPs and file/folder management standards.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and propose designer-friendly solutions.
• Support design and merchandising teams with tool delivery.

Skills

Design tech

AI workflows

Apparel industry

Documentation

Peer training

SOP development

DAM familiarity

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

SharePoint

Box

Google Drive

Asana

Job description

The Design Technologist is a key member of our Apparel, Bags and Accessories Design team and works at the intersection of design, technology, and innovation. They help our design team get the most out of Adobe Creative Cloud, explore how AI can support fashion design workflows, and build systems and templates that help the team work smarter.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Build and maintain templates, automations, and reusable assets in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign that save the design team time.
• Help train and support designers, assistant designers, and merchandisers on Adobe best practices through documentation, peer coaching, and team workshops.
• Experiment with AI tools to help transform technical sketches into 3D or photoreal renders for internal and external visual communications.
• Stay current on emerging tools (Vizcom, New Arc, Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Runway, CLO, Browzewear, and others) and share findings with the team.
• Contribute to internal prompt libraries, AI workflow documentation, and best practices that make new tools approachable for the team.
• Partner with the Design Operations Manager to develop SOPs, file and folder management standards, and project workflows.
• Spot inefficiencies in current workflows and bring forward practical, designer-friendly solutions.
• Partner with fashion design and merchandising teams to understand their needs and deliver tools that solve them.
• Support the team's growth by piloting new technologies that inform our broader Design Studio roadmap.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What Are We Looking For?

• 6+ years of experience in a creative/design technologist, production design, design operations, or creative services role – ideally within fashion, apparel, or a related consumer goods industry, or equivalent education.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, with hands‑on experience using data merge, master pages, paragraph and character styles, and template systems.
• Demonstrated interest in and experience using AI tools for fashion design or creative workflows, with work samples or examples that show applied use.
• Process orientation with experience building SOPs, templates, or documentation that teams can adopt.
• Familiarity with file and folder management systems (SharePoint, Box, Google Drive, or similar) and project management tools (Asana preferred).
• Clear written communication – you can document workflows in a way that's easy for others to follow.
• Background in B2B apparel, licensed brands, corporate uniforming, or a similar industry is preferred.
• Exposure to 3D apparel tools (CLO 3D, Browzewear, Substance) or AI fashion tools (Vizcom, Midjourney, Adobe Firefly) is preferred.
• Familiarity with digital asset management (DAM) platforms, including tagging, metadata, and upload guidelines is preferred.
• Experience supporting peer training, workshops, or team onboarding is preferred.

What's Our Offer?

Salary Range: You`ll earn between $80,170 - $115,000 annually, depending on experience.

Bonus: You`ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a bi‑weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave

What Should You Expect?

Hybrid: SanMar's Eastpointe office is located in Issaquah, WA in the Seattle metropolitan area. Employees are required to work in our offices Tuesday through Thursday each week and additional days may be added based on business needs. Our standard working hours are 8:00-5:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and standard office equipment is required. Occasional standing, walking, and reaching may be needed to attend meetings or collaborate in an office setting. The role requires the ability to perform close visual work on a computer for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10–15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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