Senior Activewear Designer — Lead Trend & Performance

Fam Llc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Commission program

Job summary

FAM Brands is seeking a highly creative and technically skilled Designer, Activewear to lead design and development of trend-forward, performance-driven apparel. The role focuses on building innovative men’s and women’s activewear collections balancing fashion, function, and commercial viability.

The candidate will own end-to-end design processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior designers while partnering with sourcing for materials balancing performance and cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in activewear design.
• Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, and fabrications specific to activewear.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop) and PLM systems (Centric preferred).
• Excellent sketching, presentation, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of costing, development timelines, and commercial goals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience working with overseas vendors and manufacturing partners.

Responsibilities

• Own the design process from concept to final prototype across multiple product categories
• Create seasonal trend, color, and fabric direction aligned with brand positioning and customer needs
• Develop original, innovative silhouettes and construction details that reflect a deep understanding of technical performance wear
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product development, tech design, and merchandising to ensure design intent is executed on time and within margin targets
• Present design concepts, line plans, and seasonal boards to internal teams and retail partners
• Oversee and mentor Associate or Assistant Designers, supporting their growth and development
• Partner with sourcing teams to select materials that balance performance, cost, and sustainability goals
• Maintain awareness of market trends, competitive landscape, and consumer insights
• Travel domestically or internationally as needed for inspiration, development, or vendor collaboration

Skills

Activewear design

Sketching

Presentation

Storytelling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Centric PLM

Job description

FAM Brands is seeking a highly creative and technically skilled Designer, Activewear to lead design and development of trend-forward, performance-driven apparel. The role focuses on building innovative men’s and women’s activewear collections balancing fashion, function, and commercial viability.

The candidate will own end-to-end design processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior designers while partnering with sourcing for materials balancing performance and cost.