Textile Designer - Apparel Division

About Printfresh

Printfresh is a vibrant and innovative fashion and lifestyle brand that specializes in creating unique and colorful sleepwear, loungewear, apparel and accessories. With a focus on sustainability, ethical production, and artistic inspiration, Printfresh has quickly become a beloved brand in the world of fashion and lifestyle.

About the Job

Are you passionate about textile design, print development, and creating whimsical and unique designs in the apparel industry? Printfresh is seeking a talented and experienced Apparel Textile Designer to join our team.

The Apparel Textile designer executes, and finalizes original print and embroidery designs by creating concepts, sketches, renderings, and paintings. They are also responsible for implementing and managing the print design calendar, preparing and presenting design presentations, and finalizing artwork to be handed off to factory partners for production.

Responsibilities Will Include

Print Development/Print and Embroidery Design :

• Follow the print design calendar, and ensure all deadlines are met and artwork is created, reviewed, and sent out on time 
• Collaboratively create concepts for new collections. Build out concepts and references for print designs. 
• Manage the preparation of concepts for design to present to buyers/merchandising team
• Create motifs and artwork for all print collections
• Finalize factory artwork for print and embroidery, including detailed instructions where needed, Pantones, and printouts
• Design and sources trims as needed 
• Send artwork packages and tech packs to overseas vendors in accordance with t&a calendar
• Create design collections for design collaborations with outside partners - like bloggers, major department stores, or product partners for licensing 
• Ensure full-scale print outs are created on time for presentations 
• Present print designs to buying and merchandising teams
• Work closely with buyers to develop a cohesive print assortment to fulfill business needs, and innovate with fun new patterns and ideas
• Create seasonal palettes to share with marketing and graphic design teams
• Manage workflow that results from any meetings
• Stay current on print trends that make sense for our brand, and follow relevant aspirational brands to be aware of what is in the market
• Create some packaging products, garment labels, gift wrap as needed

Product Design Support:

• Create and modify technical sketches 
• Create mini bodies as needed - or delegate to other team members or freelancers
• Support with organizing flats and mini bodies for presentations and internal design team sketch reviews, make any corrections needed, and update tech packs and notify vendors of design changes 
• Ensure line sheets are visually accurate with mini bodies

How to Apply

If you are a creative, detail-oriented individual with a passion for textile design and a proven track record in executing innovative print and embroidery designs, we invite you to apply and join our team at Printfresh!

Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, and a link to their digital portfolio.

Printfresh is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Illustration, Textile Design, Fashion, or related field
• Strong illustration and drawing skills
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in our fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment 
• Strong communication abilities
• 3-5+ years of experience in textile design for women’s fashion brands

Benefits

• This is a full-time position in our Philadelphia office. Some hybrid work may be possible.
• Health benefits
• PTO
• 401(K) plan with company match
• Employee discount
• Printfresh is committed to provide competitive salaries that align with industry standards and our company's size. The specific offer will be determined by considering factors such as location, skill level, and experience.