Posted at: 14 January

Activewear Designer - 53697251713

Company

Activate Talent

Activate Talent is a global B2B staffing and recruitment agency specializing in rapid hiring solutions for diverse industries, including SaaS and e-commerce, with a focus on connecting businesses with top-tier talent.

Remote Hiring Policy:

Activate Talent supports fully remote work and hires globally, welcoming candidates from various regions without specific geographic restrictions.

Job Type

Full-time

Allowed Applicant Locations

North America

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Job Description

Job Title: Activewear Designer

Job Type: Full-time / Remote

Work Hours: PST

Job Overview:

We’re helping our client, a premium direct-to-consumer apparel brand, find a Men’s or Women’s Activewear Designer to lead the design and development of their expanding performance apparel category.

In this role, you’ll own the end-to-end design process for activewear, balancing technical performance, elevated aesthetics, and commercial viability, while helping shape the future of modern performance essentials.

Responsibilities:

Design & Product Development

  • Design men’s or women’s activewear across key categories including tops, bottoms, outerwear, and sets
  • Develop seasonal concepts, color palettes, silhouettes, and fabric direction aligned with brand DNA
  • Create detailed, production-ready tech packs, specs, and construction details
  • Partner closely with Product Development to source and develop performance fabrics and trims
  • Participate in fit sessions, sample reviews, and revisions to ensure premium fit, comfort, and function

Performance & Brand Alignment

  • Balance technical performance needs (stretch, breathability, durability) with clean, minimalist design
  • Ensure all designs reflect the brand’s core principles: precision fit, premium feel, and refined aesthetics
  • Use customer feedback, sales data, and market insights to inform design decisions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Merchandising to meet category goals, margin targets, and assortment needs
  • Partner with Marketing on product storytelling, launches, and visual direction
  • Work with Production and Sourcing teams to ensure quality, cost, and timeline alignment

Requirements

Must-Have

  • 4+ years of experience designing activewear or performance apparel (men’s or women’s)
  • Strong understanding of technical garment construction and performance fabrics
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and related design tools
  • Experience creating detailed, production-ready tech packs
  • Strong knowledge of fit, grading, and construction for activewear
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced DTC or startup environment

Nice-to-Have

  • Experience with premium or minimalist apparel brands
  • Knowledge of sustainable or innovative fabric technologies
  • Experience designing lifestyle-to-performance crossover products
  • Familiarity working with overseas manufacturers and vendors

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