Sr. Apparel Designer - Simms

Revelyst Outdoor; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Simms in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Sr. Apparel Designer with industry-leading sportswear design expertise to shape its apparel collections.

You will translate consumer insights and trends into elevated, technically advanced garments that deliver performance, fit, and style. The role requires 6–8+ years of experience, strong proficiency in Illustrator/Photoshop, and a keen eye for color, fabric, trims, and construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or related field.
• 6–8+ years of apparel design experience with a strong portfolio in sportswear.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Expert knowledge of color theory, garment construction, fit, and trims.
• Ability to translate consumer insights and trends into innovative designs.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration across Product Development, Merchandising, Sales.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design execution from concept to commercialization for Simms apparel.
• Develop seasonal concepts, color palettes, and design direction informed by insights.
• Translate concepts into technically advanced, high-performance garments.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Merchandising, Brand, Marketing, and Sourcing.
• Select fabrics, trims, and construction methods to optimize performance and durability.
• Present concepts and direction to partners and leadership, incorporating feedback.
• Ensure designs align with Simms brand standards and market needs.
• Balance creative vision with cost targets and manufacturability.
• Support timelines and quality throughout development.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Color theory

Garment construction

Fit and silhouettes

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design

Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Job Description

Revelyst is a collective of makers who design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies. Our category-defining brands leverage meticulous craftsmanship, consumer insights, and cross-functional collaboration to pursue innovation and redefine what is humanly possible in the outdoors. Through our portfolio of iconic brands, we are committed to delivering products that inspire participation, improve performance, and connect consumers to the activities they love.

At Simms, we build premium fishing gear that enables anglers to perform in the most demanding conditions. Grounded in a deep heritage of innovation, quality, and craftsmanship, we are committed to advancing the experience of the global angler. We are seeking a highly accomplished Sr. Apparel Designer with industry-leading sportswear design expertise and a strong track record of creating innovative, differentiated, and commercially successful apparel. This role will help shape the creative direction of Simms’ apparel collections, translating consumer insights, emerging trends, and the brand’s technical heritage into elevated product designs that deliver exceptional performance, function, and style.

The Sr. Apparel Designer will lead design execution from concept development and seasonal color direction through material selection, garment design, and product commercialization. Partnering closely with Product Development, Merchandising, and cross-functional teams, this individual will bring a sophisticated design point of view, exceptional technical knowledge, and a deep understanding of materials, construction, fit, and performance to every collection.

The ideal candidate combines creative vision with technical mastery and a forward-looking perspective on sportswear design. They bring a strong understanding of the evolving outdoor and performance apparel landscape, the ability to identify and interpret relevant trends, and the creativity to push boundaries while designing products that solve meaningful problems for anglers. They consistently challenge conventional thinking and elevate the quality, innovation, and aesthetic of the products they create.

The Sr. Apparel Designer will play a critical role in advancing Simms’ apparel design capabilities and creating industry-leading products that elevate the angler experience, strengthen brand distinction, and drive profitable growth.

This position reports to the Sr. Director, Product - Simms and is based out of our Bozeman, MT office.

As the Sr. Apparel Designer, you will have an opportunity to:

• Create innovative, differentiated apparel designs that elevate the Simms brand and reflect industry-leading sportswear design standards.
• Develop seasonal apparel concepts, color palettes, and design direction informed by consumer insights, market trends, and brand strategy.
• Translates creative concepts into functional, technically advanced apparel that balances performance, fit, construction, materials, and aesthetics.
• Executes apparel design from initial concept through commercialization, maintaining design intent, quality, and product integrity throughout development.
• Collaborates with Product Development, Merchandising, Brand, Marketing, and Sourcing to deliver differentiated, commercially viable products.
• Selects and applies fabrics, materials, trims, colors, and construction techniques that enhance product performance, durability, and consumer experience.
• Researches emerging sportswear, outdoor apparel, material, and construction trends to identify opportunities for product innovation and differentiation.
• Presents design concepts, seasonal direction, and product recommendations to cross-functional partners and leadership, incorporating feedback while maintaining a strong creative point of view.
• Applies Simms brand standards consistently across apparel collections while identifying opportunities to evolve the brand’s design language.
• Balances creative vision with consumer demand, cost targets, manufacturability, and business objectives to support profitable product creation.
• Resolves design and product challenges in partnership with cross-functional teams while maintaining development timelines and product quality.
• At Revelyst, we wear many hats; additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
• 6–8+ years of apparel design experience, with a strong portfolio demonstrating advanced sportswear design expertise, preferably in technical, performance, or outdoor apparel.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Expert knowledge of color theory, merchandising, garment construction, fit, silhouettes, fabrication, prints, graphics, embellishments, and trims.
• Exceptional conceptual and creative skills, with the ability to translate consumer insights, trends, and brand stories into innovative, commercially relevant designs.
• Ability to develop cohesive color and design direction across an entire product line.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, partnering effectively with Product Development, Merchandising, Sales, and other teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

You might have:

• Experience designing premium technical or performance apparel for outdoor or active consumers.
• Strong understanding of emerging sportswear trends, innovative materials, and advanced garment construction.
• Ability to challenge conventional design thinking and deliver distinctive, market-relevant products.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and design excellence.

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Pay Range:

Annual Salary: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including:

• medical and dental
• vision
• disability and life insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• paid holidays
• gear discounts
• the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

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