Junior Apparel Designer

Confidential; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion design firm in Fort Worth is seeking a Junior Apparel Designer to create innovative clothing designs. The role encompasses researching trends, developing sketches, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs align with brand identity and quality standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design and 3–5+ years of relevant experience, along with strong design skills in Adobe software.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience designing apparel.
• Strong design portfolio showcasing creativity and technical skill.
• Knowledge of garment construction and textiles.

Responsibilities

• Research seasonal trends and create apparel collections.
• Develop mood boards and sketches.
• Create detailed tech packs and specifications.

Skills

Creativity

Technical design skills

Trend awareness

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

The Junior Apparel Designer is responsible for creating original, on-brand clothing designs that align with seasonal trends, customer needs, and business objectives. This role blends creativity, technical expertise, and market knowledge to develop collections that are innovative, functional, and commercially viable.

Responsibilities

Design & Concept Development

• Research seasonal trends, colors, fabrics, and silhouettes to create compelling apparel collections.
• Develop mood boards, sketches, and CAD illustrations that reflect the brand’s vision.
• Present design concepts and participate in line reviews with cross-functional teams.

Technical Development

• Create detailed tech packs and specifications for each design.
• Collaborate with patternmakers, product developers, and vendors to ensure accurate execution.
• Review and fit prototypes/samples, providing clear notes and revisions to achieve final approval.
• Analyze competitors and customer insights to design products that meet market demand.
• Balance creativity with commercial appeal and cost considerations.
• Partner with merchandising, sourcing, and production teams to meet design, quality, and delivery goals.
• Work closely with marketing to provide creative assets for campaigns and product launches.

Quality & Brand Consistency

• Ensure all designs reflect the brand’s identity and meet established quality standards.
• Continuously explore new techniques, trims, and finishes to keep the assortment fresh and competitive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years of experience designing apparel (specific category experience is a plus, e.g., womenswear, menswear, kidswear, activewear).
• Strong design portfolio showcasing creativity, technical skill, and trend awareness.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and other design software.
• Knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, and textiles.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Design

Industries: Graphic Design and Retail