Junior Designer, Apparel

RiseMe; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

PTO

Employee discount

Annual company offsites

Job summary

RiseMe is seeking a motivated Junior Apparel Designer to join our Austin-based design team. Youre focusing on men’s and youth apparel across athletic, lifestyle, tops, bottoms, outerwear, and accessories, assisting in concept through production under the Senior Designer.

Based in our office at the Austin headquarters, you’ll create sketches, CADs, and tech packs, research trends, and collaborate with product development, merchandising, and sales to ensure fit, quality, and cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 3–5 years in the apparel industry.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
• Experience with PLM systems and tech pack creation.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, textiles and fit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and development of seasonal apparel collections.
• Research trends, fabrics, colors and silhouettes to support concepts.
• Own smaller categories under senior designer direction; design styles independently.
• Create sketches, CADs and boards using design software.
• Support tech packs and detailed design specifications.
• Collaborate with product development, merchandising and sales teams.
• Participate in fittings and track sample revisions.
• Maintain organized design files and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelors degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Canva

Mira

PLM systems

Job description

Overview

Great products aren’t just something you wear—they’re meant to be used, relied on, and lived in. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Apparel Designer to join our growing design team. This role is ideal for an early career professional with a focus on men’s and youth apparel (athletic, lifestyle, tops, bottoms, outerwear, and accessories) to join our Austin-based team and help shape the future of our brand.

You will be a key member of the design and development team, responsible for managing the development and execution of products within the Burlebo product assortment. This role assists in the process from concept through production, ensuring products meet brand, quality, fit, and cost expectations.

The position reports to the Senior Designer and is based in office at our Austin headquarters.

What You’ll Do

• Assist Senior Designer in the design and development of seasonal apparel collections
• Research fashion trends, fabrics, colors, and silhouettes to support concept creation
• Own smaller categories or product lines under senior designer direction. Execute design concepts and able to design styles independently
• Create sketches, CADs, and presentation boards using design software
• Support the development of tech packs and detailed design specifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development, merchandising and sales teams
• Participate in fittings and help track sample revisions
• Maintain organized design files and documentation

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field
• 3-5 years in the apparel industry
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign. Knowledge in Canva and Mira a plus
• Familiarity with PLM systems and tech pack creation
• Strong understanding of garment construction, textiles, and fit
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and adhere to key calendar dates
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• PTO
• Generous employee discount
• Annual company offsites