Little Sleepies
Associate Apparel Designer
Little Sleepies, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90038
About Us
Little Sleepies is one the fastest growing companies in America, according to Inc. Magazine (#1 in retail)! We are an eCommerce company that specializes in buttery soft pajamas for the whole family and baby & children's daywear. Our proprietary Lunaluxe™ & Soluxe™ bamboo fabrics are custom-milled for maximum softness and coziness. Driven by creativity, passion, and the desire to do something extraordinary, we strive to bring joy and comfort to families around the world. We're excited to be doing this, and we hope you will be too. If our mission resonates, we would love to hear from you!
Location
Hybrid out of our brand new, state of the art headquarters in Los Angeles, CA
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
The Role:
As an Associate Apparel Designer, you'll play a pivotal role in our dynamic Design Team, translating concepts into captivating products for our beloved Play product line. Dive into trend research, CAD sketching, and assortment creation while collaborating closely with our Product Development/Sourcing and Merchandising teams. If you're ready to channel your creativity into designs that bring joy and comfort to families worldwide, we invite you to join our mission!
What you'll do:Proactively stay up-to-date with market trends & support Design Manager in preparing for Season Concept Presentations, contributing to silhouette, outfitting, color and print research.Drive product innovation, working with the PD team on trim and fabric sourcing/development.Sketch all technical CADs for our Play line and partner closely with the Technical Design team on garment details and fit to ensure sampling meets design intent.Design emotive mix and match Play collections that surprise and delight our customers. Focusing on ultra soft, durable fabrics and product function to create products that make parents' lives easier as well as outlast the playground.Maintain accurate product linesheets across all required platforms (Miro, Adobe Illustrator, PDM) to meet cross-functional needs.Work with Product Integrity team on reviewing all designs, confirming product specifications uphold our LS standards in quality and safety.Responsible for the creation and accuracy of BOMs for all Play products in our PDM system.Work closely with the PD and Textile Teams on feedback and approvals in product development, communicating daily on samples, strike-offs, lab dips, and art croppings.Create and revise millsheets files as needed for production.Attend weekly fit sessions and maintain our quarterly Fit Tracker.Support various GTM workflows, including product education for Ecomm /Customer facing teams and collection outfitting/styling for Photography.Collaborate with cross functional teams from Merchandising, Technical Design, PD, and Production to ensure Play products meet business objectives and production calendar deadlines.
What you'll bring to the team:Bachelor's degree in Fashion/Apparel Design or similar discipline.4+ years of experience in Apparel Design, within Children's Apparel preferred.Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.Ability to excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Strong technical skills with an impeccable eye for trends aligned to the brand.Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop), Google Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.Superior knowledge of fabrication, silhouettes, colorways, construction techniques, and trim.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Detail-oriented and solutions-focused.A "no task is too small" attitude willing to jump in as needed to support the team with day-to-day creative.Able to come into our HQ in Los Angeles, CA on a weekly hybrid schedule 3 days a week.
What we're excited to offer you:Ability to work cross functionally with a fast-growing team, with smile-sparking products that turn everyday moments into magical memoriesA supportive environment that fosters and encourages new ideas and innovationThe opportunity to stock your drawers with Little Sleepies! Free pajamas & Play product when you join (and every year on your work anniversary!) and a generous employee discount all year long to keep you cozy
BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off, vacationSick daysPaid holidaysShort and long-term disabilityLife insurance401(k)Employee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending AccountsHome office stipendInternet stipendCompany discountTeam building activitiesCompany-issued computer
Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, experience and budget. The anticipated base salary range for the position in Los Angeles is $65,000-$75,000.
Little Sleepies is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Little Sleepies is one the fastest growing companies in America, according to Inc. Magazine (#1 in retail)! We are an eCommerce company that specializes in buttery soft pajamas for the whole family and baby & children's daywear. Our proprietary Lunaluxe™ & Soluxe™ bamboo fabrics are custom-milled for maximum softness and coziness. Driven by creativity, passion, and the desire to do something extraordinary, we strive to bring joy and comfort to families around the world. We're excited to be doing this, and we hope you will be too. If our mission resonates, we would love to hear from you!
Location
Hybrid out of our brand new, state of the art headquarters in Los Angeles, CA
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
The Role:
As an Associate Apparel Designer, you'll play a pivotal role in our dynamic Design Team, translating concepts into captivating products for our beloved Play product line. Dive into trend research, CAD sketching, and assortment creation while collaborating closely with our Product Development/Sourcing and Merchandising teams. If you're ready to channel your creativity into designs that bring joy and comfort to families worldwide, we invite you to join our mission!
What you'll do:Proactively stay up-to-date with market trends & support Design Manager in preparing for Season Concept Presentations, contributing to silhouette, outfitting, color and print research.Drive product innovation, working with the PD team on trim and fabric sourcing/development.Sketch all technical CADs for our Play line and partner closely with the Technical Design team on garment details and fit to ensure sampling meets design intent.Design emotive mix and match Play collections that surprise and delight our customers. Focusing on ultra soft, durable fabrics and product function to create products that make parents' lives easier as well as outlast the playground.Maintain accurate product linesheets across all required platforms (Miro, Adobe Illustrator, PDM) to meet cross-functional needs.Work with Product Integrity team on reviewing all designs, confirming product specifications uphold our LS standards in quality and safety.Responsible for the creation and accuracy of BOMs for all Play products in our PDM system.Work closely with the PD and Textile Teams on feedback and approvals in product development, communicating daily on samples, strike-offs, lab dips, and art croppings.Create and revise millsheets files as needed for production.Attend weekly fit sessions and maintain our quarterly Fit Tracker.Support various GTM workflows, including product education for Ecomm /Customer facing teams and collection outfitting/styling for Photography.Collaborate with cross functional teams from Merchandising, Technical Design, PD, and Production to ensure Play products meet business objectives and production calendar deadlines.
What you'll bring to the team:Bachelor's degree in Fashion/Apparel Design or similar discipline.4+ years of experience in Apparel Design, within Children's Apparel preferred.Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.Ability to excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Strong technical skills with an impeccable eye for trends aligned to the brand.Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop), Google Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.Superior knowledge of fabrication, silhouettes, colorways, construction techniques, and trim.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Detail-oriented and solutions-focused.A "no task is too small" attitude willing to jump in as needed to support the team with day-to-day creative.Able to come into our HQ in Los Angeles, CA on a weekly hybrid schedule 3 days a week.
What we're excited to offer you:Ability to work cross functionally with a fast-growing team, with smile-sparking products that turn everyday moments into magical memoriesA supportive environment that fosters and encourages new ideas and innovationThe opportunity to stock your drawers with Little Sleepies! Free pajamas & Play product when you join (and every year on your work anniversary!) and a generous employee discount all year long to keep you cozy
BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off, vacationSick daysPaid holidaysShort and long-term disabilityLife insurance401(k)Employee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending AccountsHome office stipendInternet stipendCompany discountTeam building activitiesCompany-issued computer
Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, experience and budget. The anticipated base salary range for the position in Los Angeles is $65,000-$75,000.
Little Sleepies is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.