Aquent · 18 hours ago
Global Energy Apparel Designer [207517]
Beaverton, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$66/hr - $74/hr
5+ years expAquent is a global leader in connecting talent with brands, and they are seeking an experienced Apparel Designer to join their Global Energy team. This role involves collaborating with the design team to innovate past seasonal collections while maintaining the authentic Energy aesthetic, and requires a balance of respect for existing designs with bold, innovative thinking.
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Responsibilities
Execute against a defined creative vision for brand collaborations, partnerships, and seasonal concepts, translating direction into compelling apparel product designs
Lead design revisions on past seasonal works, bringing contemporary innovation while honoring original design intent
Drive design development from early concepting through refinement, prototyping, and final execution
Create comprehensive tech packs for manufacturer collaboration, ensuring technical accuracy and design integrity
Develop cut-and-sew patterns that balance aesthetic vision with production feasibility
Partner closely with Directors and Expert-level designers to push ideas further and elevate concepts
Collaborate with Product Design, Development, Merchandising, Marketing, Graphic Designers, Material/Trim Development, Technical Development, and Sourcing teams
Support innovation initiatives by exploring new materials, silhouettes, graphics, and construction approaches
Manage design presentations and communicate concepts effectively to cross-functional partners
Aid with technical packages for current and ongoing workstreams
Present work clearly and confidently to internal stakeholders, articulating design rationale, cultural insight, and execution choices
Translate consumer and athlete insights into trend-right lifestyle product
Ensure storytelling, materials, and details align to the intended narrative throughout the product creation process
Maintain creative intent while meeting business timelines, operational requirements, and brand standards
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant apparel design experience in a professional design environment
Expert-level proficiency in cut-and-sew pattern design and technical construction
Proven experience creating detailed tech packs and managing manufacturer communications
Strong portfolio demonstrating breadth across design styles, categories, and lifestyle sports aesthetics
Bachelor's degree in Apparel/Fashion Design, related design field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Deep passion for street, sport, and fashion cultures and/or adjacent sub-cultures and communities
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for technical flats and design development
Outstanding ability in drawing/sketching and illustration across analog and digital platforms
Strong understanding of concept ideation, color theory, and presentation development
Comprehensive knowledge of materials, color standards, and fit standards
Ability to convey design point of view through various visual tools to internal and external partners
Preferred
Graphic design for apparel application
Color and materials development and specification
Men's and women's lifestyle wear design for the apparel industry
3D design software experience
Background in lifestyle apparel creation and experience with external brand collaborations
Previous work in the athletic/performance lifestyle category
Benefits
Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans
Paid sick leave
Retirement plans with a match
Company
Aquent
We supply Fortune500 clients with the best talent on the market!
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.5MKey Investors
Crystal Financial
2015-06-15Debt Financing· $12.5M
Leadership Team
Steven Kapner
Co-Founder and Managing Director
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