Vuori, Inc.
Associate Designer, Women's Woven Apparel
Vuori, Inc., Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
Company Description
Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. We draw inspiration from an active coastal California lifestyle; an integration of fitness, creative expression and life. Our high energy fast paced office environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose...while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet for opportunity and for personal growth and success.
Job Description
We are seeking an Associate Designer to support the development & execution of the Vuori Women's woven apparel and accessories. This individual will be responsible for supporting the design process, including but not limited to: concept, research, design, tech pack creation, BOM development, fabric selection, trim selection, fitting, and finessing product. To be effective in this role, the individual must be eager to learn and support the team in any way needed, have an eye for elevated design, and have a basic understanding of Vuori aesthetics. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the performance apparel space, Vuori's mission and will embody the brand's values.
What you'll get to do:Working closely with the Design Team to research trend, style inspiration, and trim.Managing an assortment of styles within your category, working closely with senior team members to develop design-informed solutions for our customers.Overseeing and supporting on product visuals and tech pack creation/updates.Integrating market knowledge, trend research, and insights from our community to create designs that are functional, innovative, and of the highest quality.Demonstrating a strong understanding of apparel market trends and competitive landscapeEnsuring the accurate communication of design intent through the fitting process, collaborating with the in-house team to create mockups and prototypes.Promoting teamwork and clear communication within the cross-functional team, including product development, technical design, merchandising, materials, color, and sourcing.Maintaining keen attention to detail throughout the product development process to create technically excellent performance apparel and accessories that seamlessly blend style and function.Qualifications
Who you are:
3+ years of experience in the contemporary fashion industry.Woven apparel experience preferredA bachelor's degree in design (BA, BFA, or BS) or equivalent qualifications.Must live in the San Diego area or be willing to relocate.Proficient at Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft PowerPoint, Office and Excel.Familiarity with Excel, Word, and the Mac platform.Knowledge of 3D design is a plusAdditional Information
Our investment in you:
At Vuori, we're proud to offer the following to our employees:
Health InsuranceSavings and Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous Vuori Discount & Industry PerksPaid Time OffWellness & Fitness benefits
The salary range for this role is $72,000 per year - $85,000 per year.
Vuori is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. We draw inspiration from an active coastal California lifestyle; an integration of fitness, creative expression and life. Our high energy fast paced office environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose...while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet for opportunity and for personal growth and success.
Job Description
We are seeking an Associate Designer to support the development & execution of the Vuori Women's woven apparel and accessories. This individual will be responsible for supporting the design process, including but not limited to: concept, research, design, tech pack creation, BOM development, fabric selection, trim selection, fitting, and finessing product. To be effective in this role, the individual must be eager to learn and support the team in any way needed, have an eye for elevated design, and have a basic understanding of Vuori aesthetics. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the performance apparel space, Vuori's mission and will embody the brand's values.
What you'll get to do:Working closely with the Design Team to research trend, style inspiration, and trim.Managing an assortment of styles within your category, working closely with senior team members to develop design-informed solutions for our customers.Overseeing and supporting on product visuals and tech pack creation/updates.Integrating market knowledge, trend research, and insights from our community to create designs that are functional, innovative, and of the highest quality.Demonstrating a strong understanding of apparel market trends and competitive landscapeEnsuring the accurate communication of design intent through the fitting process, collaborating with the in-house team to create mockups and prototypes.Promoting teamwork and clear communication within the cross-functional team, including product development, technical design, merchandising, materials, color, and sourcing.Maintaining keen attention to detail throughout the product development process to create technically excellent performance apparel and accessories that seamlessly blend style and function.Qualifications
Who you are:
3+ years of experience in the contemporary fashion industry.Woven apparel experience preferredA bachelor's degree in design (BA, BFA, or BS) or equivalent qualifications.Must live in the San Diego area or be willing to relocate.Proficient at Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft PowerPoint, Office and Excel.Familiarity with Excel, Word, and the Mac platform.Knowledge of 3D design is a plusAdditional Information
Our investment in you:
At Vuori, we're proud to offer the following to our employees:
Health InsuranceSavings and Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous Vuori Discount & Industry PerksPaid Time OffWellness & Fitness benefits
The salary range for this role is $72,000 per year - $85,000 per year.
Vuori is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.