Technical Designer - Athletic & Performance Apparel

Bass Pro Outdoor World; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Outdoor World is seeking a Technical Designer with a passion for premium athletic apparel to ensure precise fit, construction, and specifications from concept to production.

You will work closely with design, product development, and merchandising to translate design intent into production-ready garments and drive tech pack accuracy, fittings, and problem-solving across categories.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in premium athletic and performance apparel technical design.
• Strong knowledge of patternmaking, garment construction, or grading.
• Experience with tech packs and fit sessions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of styles from concept through production, ensuring fit, construction, and quality align with brand standards.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Developers, and Merchandising to execute seasonal strategies and deliver innovative products.
• Create and manage detailed tech packs with specifications and construction methods.
• Conduct and lead fit sessions using dress forms and live models with clear vendor direction.
• Analyze prototypes for measurement, construction, and quality; resolve fit and production issues.
• Maintain consistency across vendors and categories using fit blocks and digital tools.
• Communicate with overseas offices and vendors to ensure timely development and production.
• Support product testing and wearer trials to validate fit and durability.

Skills

Patternmaking

Garment construction

Grading

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Technical Design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

PLM systems

CLO

Browzwear

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Technical Designer with proven experience in premium athletic and performance apparel, who is genuinely passionate about activewear and sport driven design. This individual brings a deep understanding of fit, construction, materials, and performance requirements that enhance athletic movement and comfort.

The Technical Designer supports the development of apparel products by ensuring accurate fit, construction, and specifications from concept through production. This role works closely with design, product development, and merchandising teams to translate design intent into production-ready garments. With a solid understanding of garment construction and market needs, the Technical Designer contributes to tech pack creation, fittings, and problem-solving across brands and categories.

Essential Functions

• Lead the technical development of assigned apparel styles from concept through production, ensuring fit, construction, and quality align with brand standards and consumer needs.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Product Developers, and Merchandising teams to execute seasonal strategies and deliver innovative, functional products.
• Create and manage detailed tech packs, including specifications, construction methods, and fit standards, ensuring accuracy and consistency across categories.
• Conduct and lead fit sessions using dress forms and live models, providing clear feedback and direction to vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Analyze prototype and fit samples for measurement, construction, and quality, resolving technical issues related to fit, fabric, grading, and production cost.
• Maintain consistency in fit and construction across vendors and product categories, leveraging fit blocks and digital tools (2D/3D) where applicable.
• Communicate effectively with overseas offices and vendors to ensure timely development and production, while proactively identifying and resolving potential challenges.
• Support product testing and wearer trials to validate fit, performance, and durability.
• All other duties as assigned.

Experience/Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Technical Design, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in premium athletic and performance apparel technical design, with knowledge in patternmaking, garment construction, or grading.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Strong understanding of apparel development, garment construction and tech pack creation.
• Experience in key industry software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, PLM systems, and digital patternmaking tools; experience with 3D design software like CLO or Browzwear is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors, confidently leading fit sessions and providing clear, actionable feedback to ensure alignment on technical specifications and garment execution.
• Experienced in mentoring and guiding team members, with the ability to lead technical discussions and drive strategic initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving fit, quality, and production challenges.
• Adaptable and collaborative, thrives in fast-paced environments and contributes to a positive, inclusive team culture.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% domestic and/or international

Physical Requirements

• Regular computer work, and sitting
• Occasional walking, standing, and lifting up to 50lbs

Independent Judgement

Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund

And more!

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or co