PTULA · 1 day ago
Fashion Designer & Product Designer
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPTULA is a women’s activewear and athleisure brand entering its 10th year, focused on creating high-quality products. They are seeking a Fashion & Product Designer who can blend creative design with product development, overseeing the process from concept to production.
Apparel & Fashion
Hiring Manager
Samantha Bossert
Responsibilities
Design women’s activewear and athleisure across multiple categories
Contribute to product ideation with a focus on function, performance, and wearability
Develop seasonal concepts, color stories, and product direction
Create detailed tech packs and design specs for production
Partner closely with development to ensure fit, performance, and quality
Participate in fittings and provide clear, thoughtful feedback
Iterate quickly based on testing, feedback, and brand needs
Identify opportunities for innovation in fabric, construction, and performance features
Research trends across fashion, activewear, lifestyle, and performance
Bring fresh ideas, silhouettes, fabrics, and constructions to the table
Explore new concepts beyond traditional 'corporate activewear'
Balance innovation with commercial viability and brand DNA
Work closely with sourcing, marketing, creative, and operations teams
Support product storytelling and launches
Adapt designs based on timeline changes, launches shifting, or business needs
Contribute creatively beyond your job title when needed (because we’re a small team)
Qualification
Required
A strong passion for apparel design
3+ years of experience in fashion or activewear design, product design or a combination of both
A deep understanding of apparel construction, fit, and materials
Experience with design concepting, sourcing, and development
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and relevant design tools
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred
Experience with technical design or garment specs is a strong plus (but not required)
Benefits
Health & dental insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee discount
401(k)
Profit Sharing
Company
PTULA
Passion to Unite & Live Active
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase