Apparel Designer Job at Mary Square, LLC in Apex

Mary Square is looking for an apparel designer to join our rapidly growing team. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience and would describe themselves as a team player that is organized, efficient and passionate about designing the next season of stunning apparel. This role requires translating pattern, trend, and style to deliver our customers collections that help them look and feel amazing. This is a collaborative role that is mostly on site due to the hands on nature of handling samples including Prototypes, strike offs, and product development meetings.

Job Description:

• Research based on Apparel Director guidance for category trend, styles and details
• Providing references and/or art files that Sourcing may require for fabric, trim etc. development
• Fabric and trim sourcing collaboration with Apparel Director and Product Development manager
• Sketching styles in Illustrator, updating as needed
• Proficient in 3D software to provide virtual renderings
• Setting up Tech Packs for costing
• Creating Visual Line Plan and continually updating with revised CADs
• Receiving protos, measuring and preparing for fittings
• Leading the fittings for category protos; aligning with Tech Design on next steps
• Communicating design changes/questions with factory
• Updating the internal design team Google WIP
• Attending all meetings and Line Reviews for each category, and making the relevant changes to the Line Plans
• Completing Production Tech Packs with full BOM etc.
• Advise and assist on any production, packing, display, sales or marketing needs as related to the category
• Color, Print and Texture Design
• Print and embroidery creation as they relate to owned categories, unless co-owning with another designer; reviewing with CD for revisions and approval; sending to factories, communicating follow up
• Choosing, reviewing with CD and submitting Lab Dip as they relate to owned categories; reviewing with CD for revisions and approval
• Knowledge of timeline and dates for category, constant communication with Sourcing Manager and Tech Design on deadlines and delays
• Digital and physical file management and organization for each category
• Digital and physical reference management for ongoing ideas and projects related to categories
• Collecting feedback on category products to advise on improvement for following seasons or style/program evolutions

What we’d like to see in you:

3+ year of experience in apparel design:

• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, including product developers, marketers, and production teams, in a highly creative and collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in design software, such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D software, and other relevant tools as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
• A strong problem-solving mindset, capable of addressing design challenges with innovative, strategic solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate design concepts and collaborate effectively with team members.
• A passion for design and creativity, with curiosity and humility that drives your desire to learn, grow, and produce outstanding work.
• Adaptability and resilience, thriving in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adjusting quickly to feedback or changing priorities.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology platforms

What You’ll Get From Us:

• An opportunity to grow and evolve your career while working in a fun, and dynamic environment 
• Experience working with creative and motivated people
• BCBS heath coverage
• 401K match
• Employee product credit
• Quarterly Team events

About Mary Square: At Mary Square, we believe in the power of community, creativity, and celebration of life’s beautiful moments. Our lifestyle brand is committed to uplifting others through thoughtful products that inspire joy and confidence. We are a company that values faith, family, fun, and making a lasting impact on the lives of women everywhere.

If you’re a designer who’s eager to bring your creative vision to life within a brand that champions positivity and empowerment, we’d love to hear from you! Join us at Mary Square and make a difference through design.