Join a dynamic design team supporting seasonal women’s apparel development in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. This onsite contract role offers the opportunity to shape product from concept through execution while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to bring compelling designs to life.

Responsibilities

• Research global market trends, silhouettes, fabrics, techniques, and competitive inspiration to inform seasonal concepts.
• Develop sketches and design ideas that support the seasonal product line and present concepts to internal partners.
• Collaborate with merchandising, production, technical design, sourcing, visual merchandising, and marketing to support seamless product execution.
• Work with production teams to build tech packs and clearly communicate design intent, fit, and quality expectations.
• Participate in fit sessions, review feedback, and revise sketches and design packages based on priorities.
• Create and manage presentation boards and other design materials to keep projects organized and on schedule.
• Balance multiple seasons and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Identify inconsistencies in data or results and take action to support strong outcomes.

Skills

• Experience in apparel design, preferably with women’s woven tops or similar product categories.
• Strong understanding of silhouette, fit, construction, fabrication, color, trims, and sewing techniques.
• Ability to translate trends into commercially relevant product concepts.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt in a fast-moving environment.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience creating tech packs and supporting product development from concept to production.
• Experience presenting design concepts to leadership or other stakeholders.
• Background in a retail or apparel environment with exposure to seasonal product cycles.
• Comfort working onsite and contributing to a highly collaborative team culture.

Horizontal is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $25 - $57 per hour based on qualifications and experience.