Junior Apparel Designer (Hybrid)

BLR Holdings, Inc.; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Cella by Randstad Digital seeks a detail-oriented Junior Apparel Designer to support ladies' sleepwear, loungewear, and fleece jackets. This hybrid 5-month contract in Framingham, MA offers collaboration with senior design teams to bring concepts from idea to production.

Qualifications include a fashion design degree and 2+ years' experience, plus proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. The role includes material and color selection, sketching, mood boards, and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent industry experience.
• 2+ years hands-on experience in ladies' apparel design with focus on construction and technical pattern-making.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator; knowledge of InDesign a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and developing ladies' sleepwear, loungewear, and fleece jackets under senior leads.
• Produce sketches, technical drawings, and mood boards to communicate concepts.
• Research fashion trends via market analysis and industry events to guide seasonal directions.
• Participate in material, color, and trim selection and review lab-dips and strike-offs.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturers for samples and production.
• Help troubleshoot development issues and maintain organized documentation.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Pattern making

Fashion design

Merchandising

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Hybrid 2x a week in Framingham, MA, 3x a week remoteContract Duration: 5-Month Contract estimated August through January 29, 2027Compensation Range: $32 - 36 per hourCella is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Apparel Designer to support the creation and development of ladies' apparel-specifically focused on sleepwear, loungewear, and fleece jackets. This opportunity allows an early-career designer to collaborate directly with senior design teams and cross-functional partners to bring competitive fashion concepts from idea to production. Responsibilities: Assist in designing and developing ladies' sleepwear, loungewear, and fleece jackets under the direction of senior design leads.Produce detailed sketches, technical drawings, and mood boards to communicate concepts and support quarterly product development.Research current fashion trends through market analysis and industry events to inform seasonal line directions.Participate in material, color, and trim selection; review and comment on lab-dips, handlooms, knit-downs, and strike-offs.Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, suppliers, and external manufacturers to support sample creation, prototype development, and quality production.Help troubleshoot technical product development issues while maintaining organized documentation across multiple active projects. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent industry work experience.2+ years of hands-on experience in ladies' apparel design, with a focus on clothing construction and technical pattern-making fundamentals.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator (InDesign and Microsoft Office suite proficiency preferred).Strong understanding of apparel retail merchandising, color theory, and fabric selection.Excellent organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and effective problem-solving and communication abilities.JOBID: 082026-144568#LI-CELLA#LI-AU2#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail] offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.