Softlines Designer

SupportFinity™; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation

Comprehensive benefits packages

Generous paid time off

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is seeking a Designer for global softlines to drive creative excellence and product execution across apparel and accessories. In this role, you will collaborate with licensees and teams to ensure product aligns with franchise strategy. Responsibilities include original design concepts, managing approvals, and trend analysis.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience with a strong portfolio in branded apparel design. This opportunity includes a generous salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in softlines design or licensed consumer products, preferably within entertainment brand or licensee.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to design and develop apparel and accessories from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Lead creative development and approvals across global softlines categories.
• Create original exploratory design concepts and visual direction.
• Partner with Brand, Retail, Sales, and Marketing teams.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Design and develop branded apparel

Creative approvals management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Graphic, or Product Design

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Designer, Global Softlines supports creative development across global fashion and accessories categories that bring Paramount’s iconic IP to life at retail worldwide. This role contributes across the full softlines creative process—from concept through final approval—ensuring high‑quality product execution across apparel, bags, sleepwear, pet, and related fashion‑driven categories. This designer drives creative excellence, brand integrity, and commercial relevance while partnering closely with licensees and cross‑functional teams to ensure product aligns with franchise strategy, consumer insights, and global market needs. The role is highly hands‑on, actively concepting, designing, providing art direction, and reviewing submissions to maintain consistent brand expression and elevated product quality. Working collaboratively within the Softlines team, this position supports a robust creative culture and requires deep creative instincts, trend awareness, and the ability to partner successfully across internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Creative development and approvals across global softlines categories including apparel, accessories, and footwear
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert on Paramount’s IP stories, strategies, rules, and guidelines, ensuring all softlines product is on‑brand and franchise‑aligned
• Create original exploratory design concepts, graphics, and visual direction to inspire licensees and elevate product quality
• Define seasonal direction, trend POVs, and category standards across softlines
• Partner with Brand, Retail, Sales, and Marketing teams to support pitches and develop retailer‑specific creative presentations
• Identify whitespace opportunities, emerging trends, and new product formats to drive innovation
• Participate in key partner meetings and milestone reviews to drive creative alignment and elevate execution
• Manage creative asset allocation and oversee organization of samples and approvals
• Proactively partner with team leaders across all design disciplines within the Global Creative Group to share assets and develop aligned creative strategies
• Ensure global brand consistency while adapting to regional market and retail needs
• Provide hands‑on design work including graphic layouts, apparel applications, print techniques, trims, and hangtag direction
• Guide licensees on materials, fabrication, embellishment techniques, and construction considerations
• Support trend forecasting and competitive analysis to inform creative direction
• Maintain awareness of manufacturing processes, costing implications, and retail positioning
• Regularly conduct retail market audits and competitive analysis to evaluate product positioning, identify emerging trends, and ensure all design work remains commercially competitive and trend relevant

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Graphic, or Product Design (or related)
• 3+ years experience in softlines design or licensed consumer products, preferably within entertainment brand or licensee

Additional Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to design and develop branded apparel and accessories from concept through production
• Strong track record managing creative approvals and working with licensees
• Deep understanding of the licensing industry and global retail landscape
• Hands‑on mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) as well as proficiency in MS Office platforms
• Strong knowledge of apparel construction, graphic applications, and softlines production processes
• Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Meticulous attention to detail and deep respect for brand equity

Hiring Salary Range

$65,000.00 – $82,000.00.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Equal Employment Opportunity

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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