Insomniac Events · 3 hours ago
Insomniac - Product Development Manager, Apparel
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expInsomniac Events is a leader in producing innovative music festivals and events worldwide. They are seeking a Product Development Manager to oversee the creation and execution of apparel and festival merchandise programs, ensuring high-quality products that embody the Insomniac spirit.
ConcertsMedia and EntertainmentMusicPerforming Arts
No H1B
Responsibilities
Drive the end-to-end product development process across apparel and festival merchandise
Translate design intent into technical product specifications, ensuring feasibility and production readiness
Source, evaluate, and manage vendor relationships to align with cost, quality, and sustainability goals
Own development timelines and calendars, ensuring on-time approvals, samples, and production handoffs
Partner with Design, Merchandising teams to balance creative vision with commercial objectives
Collaborate with Production to manage sampling, fit sessions, and quality control checkpoints
Anticipate and resolve issues across fit, materials, construction, or delivery that could impact timelines
Knowledge of raw materials, construction, garment washes and print applications across woven and knit categories
Research and introduce new materials, washes, trims, and production techniques that elevate product innovation
Maintain accurate documentation across tech packs, BOMs, and development systems
Ensure product aligns with brand standards, compliance requirements, and festival-ready durability
Train and provide support in onboarding clients, vendors and partners when needed
All other projects and initiatives as identified
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of product development experience in apparel, streetwear, or lifestyle brands
Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, materials, sourcing, graphic applications
Proven experience managing vendor and factory relationships domestically and internationally
Ability to manage multiple categories and timelines simultaneously with precision
Proficiency in PLM systems, Excel, and Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign)
Experience with project management tools (Asana, Airtable, or similar)
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-first mindset
Deep interest in music, fashion, and youth culture, particularly electronic music and festival communities
Collaborative communicator who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
Company
Insomniac Events
Insomniac, Inc. is an Entertainment company based out of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, United States probably best known for promoting EDC
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pasquale Rotella
CEO / Founder
Maureen Valker-Barlow
SVP Partnerships
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