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FP Movement Associate Creative Technical Designer
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What they do
A Fashion Designer creates designs for clothing, shoes, accessories or costumes. Creates designs for individual pieces or for a collection or line of clothes or shoes. Creates drawings and prototypes for designs, chooses fabrics and materials, and oversees the production process.
$87,175 / year median in Pennsylvania
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Role Summary FP Movement is seeking an Associate Creative Technical Designer to join our in-house sample development team. This role will support the creative and technical execution of Free people Movement performance, to-and-from and outerwear, with a strong emphasis on professional pattern making, garment construction, and hands-on sample development. The position collaborates closely with the Creative Technical Director, designers, pattern makers and sewer to bring product concepts to life through elevated craftsmanship, innovation, and technical excellence. Role Responsibilities Partner with the Creative Technical Director and design team to translate creative concepts into refined first prototypes and development samples across FPM product. Draft, modify, and finalize patterns and muslins, applying advanced flat pattern and draping techniques Build and iterate on samples across a range of woven fabrics and structures—including performance bras + leggings, hilke and run shorts, pants, tees, stretch knit and woven styles for studio and performance outerwear. Collaborate with pattern makers and technical designers to troubleshoot fit, construction, or fabrication issues throughout the development process Provide thoughtful, detail-oriented workmanship in all phases of sample construction, from cut to sewing finish Review and interpret tech packs and pattern cards, offering feedback and improvements where needed Support technical communication, and production hand-offs to ensure design integrity and feasibility Ensure consistency, precision, and brand alignment across all constructed samples Role Qualifications 2-5 years of professional experience in garment construction, sample making, and pattern development, ideally in performance clothing. Advanced understanding of flat pattern making and draping techniques Proven ability to sew high-quality samples independently from a paper pattern Experience working in a fast-paced, design-driven apparel environment Familiarity with technical specification sheets (tech packs), construction terminology, and garment standards Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset Ability to work across a range of fabrics and tailoring techniques, with attention to fit, detail, and finish Proficient in using industrial sewing machines and garment construction equipment