Senior Designer - Womens

FAM Brands · Los Angeles, CA

Posted 6/16/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men’s and women’s sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich.  With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price. That's the FAM Brands difference. Work Location This position is based onsite at our current Bell, CA office and will transition to our new Beverly Hills, CA headquarters in Q3 2026 . Candidates must be able to commute to both locations. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Designer to lead creative women's design initiatives for our Club Division. This is a hands-on, leadership role ideal for someone with strong visual design instincts, expert-level execution, and an ability to balance creativity with commercial relevance. This position requires a deep understanding of the apparel lifecycle from concept to delivery, with a focus on packaging, presentation, and execution that exceeds buyer expectations. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design process across multiple product categories. Independently own complex projects, from ideation through to production. Provide creative strategy and present concepts to internal stakeholders and licensing partners. Mentor and oversee junior designers; provide feedback and guidance on best practices. Manage CAD sketches, construction details, tech packs, sourcing sheets, and BOMs. Ensure all tech packs and design files are accurate and production-ready. Guide fittings, review PP samples, and provide thoughtful feedback to tech/production. Maintain and organize sample racks, design files, and approval trackers in PLM. Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, licensing, PD, and sales. Photo/tag the line and prepare product shipments for buyers and licensors. Create compelling trend and market analysis reports to support sales presentations. Oversee market sample prep, fabric and trim boards, and showroom setup. Provide clear construction direction to patternmakers and sewers. Preferred Experience & Skills 8 - 12+ years of experience in women's apparel design. Mastery of Photoshop, Illustrator, and PLM systems. Strong understanding of fabric, trim, and garment construction. Proficient in color theory, trend forecasting, and market insights. Effective communicator and cross-functional collaborator. Leadership experience with the ability to develop and mentor junior designers. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage shifting priorities and timelines. Qualities We Value Innovative thinking with a commercial eye. Ability to lead with confidence and humility. Eagerness to grow, build skills, and elevate the team. Strong presentation skills and a keen eye for emerging trends. Collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset. COMPENSATION At FAM Brands, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level, location, and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidate’s qualifications and experience.  FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales). Compensation Range $100,000 — $110,000 USD Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities & Diversity   FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.   This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. FAM Brands makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.   California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice for Job Applicants FAM LLC values your privacy. This notice outlines our practices regarding the personal information of job applicants in compliance with the CCPA. What We Collect: We collect information you provide in your job application, including contact details, educational and employment history. Purpose: We use this information to evaluate your application and manage the hiring process. Disclosure: Your personal information may be shared with service providers assisting with recruitment and as required by law. Your Rights: Under the CCPA, you have the right to access and request deletion of your personal information and to not face discrimination for exercising these rights. For questions or to exercise your rights, contact recruiting@fambrands.com. By applying, you acknowledge you understand our privacy practices.

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