Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout Us:
Champro® is a privately-owned sporting goods and apparel manufacturer that has been in business for 30+ years. We deliver high-value, traditional & innovative athletic equipment and apparel via outstanding, integrity-driven customer service. Our business philosophy is focused on our customers and we take pride in providing them with the best overall values in team sports products.
Position:
We’re looking for a talented and motivated Apparel Designer with a strong technical knowledge of apparel construction and textiles. This role requires a creative eye for design and color, and the ability to develop and create original silhouettes and prints. Experience in designing for the sportswear market is a plus! The Apparel Designer will be responsible for creating trend-right, market-appropriate designs and production art for the product category. This role combines apparel design with textile and print design expertise. The designer will work closely with Product Managers & Marketing team to drive our product vision across multiple product lines.
Main Responsibilities:
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Partner with the Product Managers to develop original designs and sketches for assigned categories through detailed design briefs and creative input.
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Create print and pattern design to support the brand identity through surface design on fabric.
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Research and identify fashion and cultural trends relevant to our target customers.
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Maintain style boards and line sheets, ensuring consistent communication across teams.
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Participate in design reviews, approve final line drawings for sampling, and specify materials and finishes in collaboration with manufacturing partners.
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Conduct market research and comparative shopping to scout for emerging styles and insights.
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Develop precise technical drawings to guide patternmakers and the technical design team, ensuring that all product specifications are clear and consistent.
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Provide inspiration to Marketing by introducing new garment colors, prints, and design elements.
Qualifications:
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Degree in Apparel Design or equivalent experience.
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3-5 years of design experience in apparel. Experience with sportswear is a plus.
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Strong understanding of pattern making, fabric properties, garment construction, fit development, and sewing terminology.
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Expertise in print and textile design, including creating and sketching original prints and patterns.
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Strong interest in market research and a good pulse on market trends.
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Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
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Must provide a link to an online portfolio or PDF samples with application.
Competencies:
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A proactive, detail-oriented individual with a strong passion for accuracy and quality in design.
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Flexibility to adjust readily to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Confidently collaborate with team members to achieve shared goals.
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Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for finding creative solutions to support project objectives.
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Positive attitude and focus on achieving project goals and deadlines.
Company Culture:
We are proud to offer eligible associates a full-range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability, 401K, Profit Sharing, paid time off, holidays, and reimbursement toward gym membership fees. A collaborative atmosphere working together to exceed our customers’ expectations, as well as, an Equal Opportunity Employer bringing together diverse individuals to develop new and innovative solutions