SBH Fashion · 1 week ago
Associate Designer/Designer – Outdoor Men’s and Women’s
SBH Fashion is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Designer to support the design and development of men’s outdoor and active apparel. This role involves collaborating with various teams to create performance-driven, functional, and trend-relevant products for the market.
Responsibilities
Support the design team in creating seasonal collections for men’s outdoor and active apparel
Assist with concept development, mood boards, color palettes, and fabric/trims research
Create and update technical sketches and CADs for apparel styles
Assist in developing tech packs, including construction details, measurements, and trim callouts
Research trends in outdoor, performance, and activewear markets, including competitive analysis
Participate in fabric, trim, and color selection with a focus on performance, durability, and sustainability
Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design teams
Review samples and assist in fit, construction, and design revisions
Maintain organized design files, line sheets, and seasonal archives
Support seasonal line reviews and presentations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field
2–5 years of experience in apparel design (men's, outdoor, active, or performance preferred)
Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD tools
Understanding of performance fabrics, garment construction, and fit for activewear
Ability to interpret trends while maintaining brand identity and functionality
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Passion for outdoor, active, or athletic lifestyles is a plus
Preferred
Experience designing or assisting with men's outdoor, athletic, or performance apparel
Familiarity with technical design processes and factory communication
Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and eco-friendly materials
Experience working in a wholesale environment
Company
SBH Fashion
SBH Fashion is a staffing and recruiting company providing fashion staffing services.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase