Job Description

Knitwear Designer

About the Role

We are seeking a Designer to join our Women’s Surfwear team, specializing in knit jerseys, fully fashioned knits, and denim . This role requires a balance of creativity and technical expertise—someone who can capture the effortless coastal aesthetic while executing with precision from concept through final sample.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to build collections that honor our surf lifestyle heritage while ensuring freshness, relevance, and innovation.

How You’ll Contribute

Design & Creative Direction

• Create seasonal women’s surfwear collections with a focus on knit jerseys, fully fashioned knits, and denim.
• Develop mood boards, color palettes, and fabric direction aligned with brand identity and consumer lifestyle.
• Produce detailed technical flats and garment illustrations using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Conduct trend research across surf, street, and lifestyle markets to inform silhouettes, graphics, and trims.
• Present seasonal concepts and design stories to leadership and cross-functional partners.

Product Development & Technical Execution

• Partner with Product Development throughout proto, fit, and SMS stages to ensure quality and design integrity.
• Participate in garment fittings and provide guidance on proportion, drape, construction, and finishing details.
• Build and maintain comprehensive tech packs—including sketches, measurements, construction details, and BOMs—within PLM systems.
• Collaborate with mills and suppliers on fabric sourcing, knit structure development, washes, and dye processes.
• Review and comment on sample submissions for fit, color accuracy, fabric performance, and construction.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Merchandising to ensure designs align with market needs, pricing, and seasonal strategy.
• Partner with Product Development to ensure styles meet margin goals and line architecture requirements.
• Collaborate with global teams as needed to ensure cohesive brand execution across markets.
• Support and mentor junior designers, contributing to a strong creative team culture.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in women’s surf, lifestyle, or denim categories.
• Proven experience in knitwear design and construction, denim fabrications, and wash development.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Strong working knowledge of PLM systems and garment development processes.
• -Excellent understanding of fit, patternmaking, and garment construction.
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced, seasonal timelines.
• Experience working across global markets and multiple product tiers preferred.
• Understanding of sustainable materials and responsible production practices.
• Passion for surf, beach, and youth culture—with an eye for balancing fashion and function.

Why Join Us

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid/Flexible Work Schedule

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