Product Designer - Specialized 5

Aquent is thrilled to present an exclusive opportunity to partner with a globally recognized leader in consumer products, a brand celebrated for innovation and trendsetting across the industry. This organization consistently stands at the forefront of creating products that inspire and empower, driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing creative boundaries. Join an elite team where your visionary contributions will directly shape the aesthetic and functionality of future collections, influencing millions of consumers worldwide with groundbreaking designs.

Are you a visionary Apparel Designer ready to revolutionize the industry? This is an unparalleled opportunity to bring your expertise, craftsmanship, and problem-solving abilities to design industry-defining apparel with incredibly rapid go-to-market 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 unmatched speed and efficiency. Your passion for innovation and meticulous attention to detail will be crucial in delivering products that truly captivate consumers and elevate the art of apparel design to new heights. Your work will directly influence millions globally, setting new benchmarks for innovation and style.

What You'll Do

• Champion revolutionary aesthetics in apparel design, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to drive the future of product innovation.
• Concept and ideate through the lens of the target consumer, crafting compelling apparel designs both digitally and physically.
• Finalize technical specifications and collaborate intensely with Merchandising, Technical Development, and broader Design teams.
• Partner with manufacturing and external stakeholders to ensure your vision and narrative are flawlessly translated from concept to consumer.
• Drive innovation and advance future aesthetics, not only through the product itself but also by transforming how products are created, unleashing future-leading designs that disrupt the market.
• Continuously learn new skills, refine existing expertise, explore novel manufacturing methods, and push the boundaries of product design.
• Collaborate actively within the broader design community (encompassing color, graphics, product line management, etc.) to bring dynamic and creative apparel ideas to life.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience in apparel design, with a recent emphasis on individual contribution and hands-on execution.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver very quick-to-market products and projects, with approximately a one-year go-to-market timeline for in-line apparel products.
• Experience in creating apparel chassis-the foundational silhouette and base shape of an apparel piece-by effectively leveraging current trends for efficient market entry.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing a collection that has successfully launched from initial sketch to final product, demonstrating unique personal taste beyond general brand guidelines.
• Ability to think strategically about product relevance, market positioning, timing, and holistic collection development.
• Profound knowledge of fashion, design, and lifestyle trends.
• Proven ability to construct seasonal concepts and provide the team with both short and long-term design vision.
• Proficient application of industrial design skills, including drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, textile utilization, spacing and scale, visual presentation development, and layout, supported by a portfolio of non-computer based creative design.
• Digital design proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (including Illustrator) and comfort working within advanced digital tools/3D environments.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering capabilities.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Ability to generate a diverse range of concepts and innovative solutions for each project.
• Experience with presentation programs such as Keynote, PowerPoint, and Acrobat.
• A positive personality, dynamic energy, and a passion to lead, mentor, and onboard design teammates.
• Ability to contribute positively to and align with a shared team culture and behaviors.
• A catalyst for forging connections with other design groups and driving partnerships beyond the core design function (e.g., Marketing, Engineering, Development).
• Highly motivated and hardworking, possessing a collaborative spirit and a keen skill for connecting disparate ideas and elements.
• Open-mindedness, active listening skills, and receptiveness 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.
• Proficiency in apparel construction, draping, patternmaking, and prototyping.
• Knowledge and experience with sustainable design principles and manufacturing practices.