Product Designer - Specialized 5 [AQ-23821]

Aquent; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a global leader in consumer products to redefine apparel on incredibly fast timelines. You will shape the aesthetic and functionality of future collections, collaborating with Merchandising, Technical Development, and Design teams to push creative boundaries from concept to market.

Required is a Bachelor’s in design, 10+ years in apparel design, a portfolio of market-ready lines, and a proven ability to translate trends into chassis and products ready for go-to-market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in apparel design with hands-on execution.
• Rapid-to-market projects with ~1-year go-to-market timelines.
• Experience creating apparel chassis from trends to market.
• Portfolio showing a market-ready collection from sketch to final product.
• Ability to think strategically about product relevance and timing.
• Strong knowledge of fashion, design, and lifestyle trends.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Illustrator; comfortable with 3D tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership and mentoring of design teammates.

Responsibilities

• Push revolutionary aesthetics in apparel design with cross-functional teams.
• Concept and ideate through target consumer lens, digitally and physically.
• Finalize tech packs in collaboration with Merchandising and Development.
• Work with manufacturing and partners to ensure fidelity to vision.
• Drive innovation in product and brand storytelling.
• Learn new skills and push methods of make.
• Collaborate with color, graphics, and product teams to bring ideas to life.

Skills

Sketching

Communication

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Illustrator

Keynote

PowerPoint

3D design tools

Job description

Aquent is proud to partner with a globally recognized leader in consumer products, a brand synonymous with innovation and setting trends across the industry. This organization is at the forefront of creating products that inspire and empower, driven by a commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing creative boundaries. Join a team where your contributions directly impact the aesthetic and functionality of future collections, influencing millions of consumers worldwide.

Are you a visionary Apparel Designer ready to revolutionize the industry? This is a dynamic opportunity to bring your expertise, craftsmanship, and problem-solving abilities to design industry-defining apparel on incredibly fast timelines. You will be instrumental in shaping the aesthetic and functionality of future collections, working across a diverse range of designs and pushing creative boundaries with unparalleled speed and efficiency. Your passion for innovation and meticulous attention to detail will be crucial in delivering products that truly wow consumers and elevate the art of apparel design to new heights. Your work will directly influence millions of consumers worldwide, setting new benchmarks for innovation and style.

What You’ll Do

• Push revolutionary aesthetics in apparel design, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to drive the future of product design.
• Concept and ideate through the lens of the target consumer, creating apparel concepts both digitally and physically.
• Finalize tech packs and collaborate closely with Merchandising, Technical Development, and cross-functional Design teams.
• Work with manufacturing and external partners to ensure the continuity and fidelity of your vision and story through to the consumer.
• Drive innovation and future aesthetics, not only through the product itself but through the way the brand creates product, to unleash future-leading designs that disrupt the competition.
• Learn new skills, hone existing ones, explore new methods of make, and push the boundaries of product design.
• Collaborate within the broader design community (color, graphics, product line management, etc.) to bring energetic, creative ideas to life through apparel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience in apparel design, with a recent focus on individual contribution and hands-on execution.
• Demonstrated ability to work on very quick-to-market products and projects with approximately a one-year go-to-market timeline, creating in-line apparel products.
• Experience creating apparel chassis—the silhouette and base shape of an apparel piece—by pulling on current trends and getting to market efficiently.
• A portfolio showcasing a collection that has successfully gone to market from sketch to final product, demonstrating personal taste beyond general brand guidelines.
• Ability to think strategically about product relevance, positioning, timing, and collections.
• Strong knowledge of fashion, design, and lifestyle trends.
• Ability to build seasonal concepts and provide the team with both short and long-term vision.
• Proficient ability to apply industrial design skills, including drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, use of textiles, spacing and scale, visual presentation development, and layout, supported by a portfolio of non-computer based creative design.
• Digital design competence in Adobe Creative Cloud (including Illustrator) and comfortable working within digital tools/3D.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Ability to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project.
• Experience with presentation programs such as Keynote, PowerPoint, and Acrobat.
• A positive personality and energy, with a passion to lead, mentor, and onboard design teammates.
• Ability to contribute to and align with shared team culture and behaviors.
• A catalyst for making connections with other design groups and driving partnerships beyond the design function (e.g., Marketing, Engineering, Development).
• Motivated and hardworking, with a collaborative spirit and a skill for connecting the dots.
• Open-minded, a good listener, and receptive to candid feedback and diverse points of view.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience in men’s and women’s apparel, streetwear, and performance wear (e.g., basketball, training, football, golf).
• Experience collaborating with internal and external graphic designers and color designers.
• Apparel construction, draping, patternmaking, and prototyping skills.
• Knowledge and experience with sustainable design and manufacturing.

Client Description

Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.