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Huckberry · 1 day ago

Apparel Designer, Men's Wovens

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Huckberry is a leading men's shop known for its rugged, American-made heritage and refined essentials. They are seeking a Senior Apparel Designer specializing in wovens to design seasonal collections, develop original concepts, and collaborate closely with various teams to ensure high-quality standards.

E-CommerceOutdoorsRetail

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Design seasonal men's woven collections across tops and bottoms in alignment with each brand's identity, target customer, and price point

Develop original concepts, sketches, and tech packs from initial ideation through to production handoff

Research emerging trends, fabrics, trims, and construction techniques relevant to men's woven apparel

Partner with the Design Manager to build seasonal stories informed by trend, market, and brand insights

Develop fabric, wash, and trim direction in close collaboration with sourcing and mill partners

Work closely with Product Development and Technical Design on fit, construction, and costing throughout the development process

Lead and participate in fittings, providing clear and actionable feedback to ensure fit consistency across product categories

Manage multiple seasonal projects and brands simultaneously while adhering to calendar milestones

Partner with Merchandising to align product offerings with business objectives and assortment needs

Uphold design standards, quality benchmarks, and brand consistency across all woven categories

Qualification

Men's apparel designFitPatternmakingGarment constructionAdobe IllustratorAI-powered design toolsHighly organizedProactiveCommunication skillsDetail-orientedAdaptable

Required

Bachelor's degree in Design (BA, BFA, or BS), or equivalent professional experience

5-7+ years of experience designing men's apparel, with a strong focus on woven tops and bottoms

Proven expertise in men's fit, patternmaking, and garment construction

Strong understanding of multiple apparel categories, from shirts and pants to shorts and lightweight outerwear

Experience taking designs from concept through production, including BOM creation, fit comments, and vendor communication

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Miro, and PLM systems

Experience utilizing AI-powered design tools for ideation and development, such as visual concepting, mood creation, early-stage exploration of colorways, prints, or fabric ideas

Ability to balance creative ambition with commercial awareness

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects with efficiency and precision

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments

Adaptable, proactive, and self-directed with a passion for building exceptional products that embody Huckberry's spirit of adventure