Hybrid Apparel Designer & Product Developer (Sweaters)

BLR Holdings, Inc.; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

BLR Holdings, Inc. is seeking an Apparel and Product Development Designer for a 1-year contract in Framingham, MA. The role focuses on trend concepts, color palettes, and technically accurate artwork for adult sweaters, with two days per week onsite in Framingham.

You will support the Product Development team from concept through prototype development, using freehand sketching and Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator to create boards and layouts. A portfolio is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in product development focused on relevant apparel categories (sweaters preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to sketch and fill technical flats; build full-size Illustrator layouts.
• Strong aesthetic sense and portfolio.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Development from concept meetings through artwork execution and prototype development.
• Design and execute technically accurate artwork and concept boards using freehand sketching, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Select seasonal color palettes based on trends, color intelligence, and competitive brand analysis.
• Create full-size artwork layouts in Illustrator with detailed technical call-outs and flats.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and liaise with overseas vendors throughout the lifecycle.
• Manage multiple concurrent design projects and proactively implement solutions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design

3+ years in apparel product development

Job description

BLR Holdings, Inc. is seeking an Apparel and Product Development Designer for a 1-year contract in Framingham, MA. The role focuses on trend concepts, color palettes, and technically accurate artwork for adult sweaters, with two days per week onsite in Framingham.

You will support the Product Development team from concept through prototype development, using freehand sketching and Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator to create boards and layouts. A portfolio is required for consideration.