Designer - Womens Activewear

Designer - Women's Activewear at One Step Up Designer - Women's Activewear at One Step Up in Union City, New Jersey Posted in 2 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Position Summary We're looking for a creative, detail-oriented Designer to join our Women's Activewear team. Reporting to the Design Manager, you'll play a key role in bringing innovative, market-driven concepts to life for a global activewear brand and its key retail partners. Responsibilities Research seasonal trends, fabrics, colors, prints, silhouettes, and emerging ideas through online resources, market shopping, trade shows, and competitive analysis. Partner closely with the Design Manager to develop innovative product concepts aligned with brand direction and customer needs. Create technical sketches, specifications, and detailed tech packs to support product development and production. Develop color CADs, mood boards, and compelling design presentations for internal reviews and customer meetings. Communicate with overseas factories throughout the development process to ensure accurate execution and timely follow-up. Attend fittings, review samples, and help refine product details to maintain the original design vision and performance standards. Review and provide feedback on lab dips, strike-offs, bulk fabrics, and trim submissions. Source and organize seasonal fabric swatches and trims. Prepare samples and presentation materials for internal and external meetings. Create and maintain seasonal color cards and other design tools that support the team throughout the development cycle. Collaborate with cross-functional partners and provide support to the broader design, sales, and production teams on special projects and initiatives as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred. 5+ years of experience in the fashion industry, ideally within activewear, performance apparel, or sportswear. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills with the confidence to ask questions, share ideas, receive feedback, and adapt quickly. A collaborative, team-first mindset and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. Passion for activewear and performance apparel is a plus. Work Environment Our team thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on, creative environment. We work hard, support one another, and believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This is a full-time, in-person position based in our New York office, five days a week.