Wilson Sporting Goods
Designer, Women's Sportswear
Wilson Sporting Goods, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
OverviewPassion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. And these are the qualities that our global team embodies every day as we pursue one shared bold mission: to ignite the true potential in every athlete.
We know that great people are what makes our brand great. We know that teams who bring a variety of skill sets, experiences and perspectives to challenge the status quo and create game-changing product means we are doing right by the athletes and coaches we serve. And that’s why we work with each member of our team to help them dream, discover, grow and realize their own full potential.
Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players is no small task. We are continually looking to add hard-working, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Join us.
What You'll DoWe are currently seeking a Designer who will own off-court lifestyle sportswear across categories for the Women’s Design team.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for the design and development of Off-Court Women’s Sportswear across categories (tops, jackets, sweaters, dresses and bottoms).
Ability to pull conceptual imagery, product research, and design inspiration each season that supports the creative vision and maintains brand filters
Responsible for creating and maintaining all sketches, detail pages, BOMs, and tech packs
Responsible for maintaining VLPs (Visual Line Plan) and capturing changes throughout entire development lifecycle
Cross functional collaboration, such as leading design intent for fittings, reviewing color and strike-offs, communicating fabric and trim approvals, managing pass-off to tech partners
Responsible for managing and hitting all deadlines
Ability to work closely with other team members to help manage overall workload for the department, must be a team player
Organization, great with time management and attention to detail
Able to function in a fast-paced work environment that is growing and evolving rapidly
Compensation: 75K-100K + 10% bonus opportunity
What We're Looking For
A fashion design degree from an accredited academic institution
5+ years of design experience
Strong knowledge of apparel design and garment construction
Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
Proficient on Mac platform
Must be able to work proficiently in Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop and InDesign are a plus
Knowledge of Centrix PLM is a plus
Experience with fabric and wash development - fabric drape and technical properties
Experience with graphic techniques is a plus
Strong self-leader but can also take direction
Presentation skills; ability to speak confidently and respond to feedback in a collaborative way
Excellent sketching abilities, able to communicate ideas visually
Must have examples of work and portfolio to be considered
What We’ll Provide
Los Angeles, like Wilson Sportswear, is at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture. Join us on this exciting adventure. We offer an open, collaborative, work environment with best-in-class amenities and perks, including:
Medical, dental and vision
Pre-tax transit discounts
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Professional development opportunities
Volunteering programs
Team building outings
Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products
Smart casual dress (yes, jeans every day!)
Summer hours
Company-sponsored sports leagues/teams
Fun, active company outings around major sports events
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
We know that great people are what makes our brand great. We know that teams who bring a variety of skill sets, experiences and perspectives to challenge the status quo and create game-changing product means we are doing right by the athletes and coaches we serve. And that’s why we work with each member of our team to help them dream, discover, grow and realize their own full potential.
Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players is no small task. We are continually looking to add hard-working, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Join us.
What You'll DoWe are currently seeking a Designer who will own off-court lifestyle sportswear across categories for the Women’s Design team.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for the design and development of Off-Court Women’s Sportswear across categories (tops, jackets, sweaters, dresses and bottoms).
Ability to pull conceptual imagery, product research, and design inspiration each season that supports the creative vision and maintains brand filters
Responsible for creating and maintaining all sketches, detail pages, BOMs, and tech packs
Responsible for maintaining VLPs (Visual Line Plan) and capturing changes throughout entire development lifecycle
Cross functional collaboration, such as leading design intent for fittings, reviewing color and strike-offs, communicating fabric and trim approvals, managing pass-off to tech partners
Responsible for managing and hitting all deadlines
Ability to work closely with other team members to help manage overall workload for the department, must be a team player
Organization, great with time management and attention to detail
Able to function in a fast-paced work environment that is growing and evolving rapidly
Compensation: 75K-100K + 10% bonus opportunity
What We're Looking For
A fashion design degree from an accredited academic institution
5+ years of design experience
Strong knowledge of apparel design and garment construction
Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
Proficient on Mac platform
Must be able to work proficiently in Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop and InDesign are a plus
Knowledge of Centrix PLM is a plus
Experience with fabric and wash development - fabric drape and technical properties
Experience with graphic techniques is a plus
Strong self-leader but can also take direction
Presentation skills; ability to speak confidently and respond to feedback in a collaborative way
Excellent sketching abilities, able to communicate ideas visually
Must have examples of work and portfolio to be considered
What We’ll Provide
Los Angeles, like Wilson Sportswear, is at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture. Join us on this exciting adventure. We offer an open, collaborative, work environment with best-in-class amenities and perks, including:
Medical, dental and vision
Pre-tax transit discounts
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Professional development opportunities
Volunteering programs
Team building outings
Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products
Smart casual dress (yes, jeans every day!)
Summer hours
Company-sponsored sports leagues/teams
Fun, active company outings around major sports events
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.