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.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Assistant to join our dynamic team at FAM Brands. In this role, you will play a key part in creating cutting-edge designs that combine function, performance, and style. You will work closely with Senior Designers, Technical Designers, Product Development and Merchandising teams to bring concepts to life.
Design Collaboration
- Assist the Senior Designer in conceptualizing and developing sports bra designs that align with FAM Brands’ aesthetic and performance standards.
- Contribute to trend research, seasonal mood boards, and inspiration materials to guide the design direction.
- Help prepare presentation boards and design sketches for internal reviews and approvals.
Technical & Product Development
- Work with the Technical Design and Product Development teams to ensure accurate execution of design details construction, and fit.
- Maintain knowledge of performance fabrics, trims and garment construction methods specific to sports bras.
- Assist in sample fittings, document feedback and make timely updates to tech packs as needed.
Sample Management
- Track and organize prototype and sample requests, ensuring they meet deadlines and quality requirements.
- Coordinate with vendors and cross-functional teams to manage sample logistics and maintain an organized sample library.
- Support the Senior Designer in reviewing and approving lab dips, fabric swatches and other pre-production materials.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Partner with Merchandising, Production and Marketing teams to support successful product launches and campaigns.
- Provide product knowledge, design insights and creative assets for photoshoots and marketing collateral.
- Gather feedback from internal stakeholders and customers to inform future improvements and innovations.
Administrative & Organizational Tasks
- Update and maintain design documentation (tech packs, line sheets, BOMs) with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Track project timelines, monitor critical milestones, and help ensure on-time delivery of key design components.
- Prepare materials for seasonal line presentations and internal design meetings.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: 1–2 years of experience in apparel design (internship or entry-level experience will be considered).
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and related design software.
- Familiarity with 3D design software (e.g., CLO 3D) is a plus.
- Strong understanding of fabric properties, garment construction and printing techniques.
- Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate design concepts clearly and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Detail-Oriented: Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail for accurate documentation and sample tracking.
- Passionate & Curious: Genuine interest in fitness, performance apparel, and staying informed about emerging trends and technologies in the market.
- Adaptable: Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and pivot quickly as priorities shift.
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).
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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.
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Disclosure: Your personal information may be shared with service providers assisting with recruitment and as required by law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1-2 years of experience in apparel design (internship or entry-level considered)
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
- Familiarity with CLO 3D
- Strong understanding of fabric properties, garment construction, and printing techniques
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Three Decades of Leadership In The Fashion Industry Founded in 1985 by Frank Zarabi, FAM Brands provides innovative fashion, design, brand development, and distribution solutions to a wide range of retail and wholesale clients and partners. Our unique performance materials and versatile apparel designs-along with our competitive pricing strategies-have enabled us to become leaders in apparel industry. Our ability to thrive, centers around impeccable design and excellent branding. Our designers and production teams collaborate closely with our factories to create exception fashion strategies and details. Our world-class brands include Marika, Balance Collection, Bally Total Fitness, Tehama, Peace and Pearls, Eddie Bauer, Orvis, Woolrich, and more. We are the trailblazers for activewear. Champions of fitness. We're for simple, elegant and vibrant designs. Our employees are star-reachers, bridge-builders, leaders and teammates. We are family-owned and operated. We are FAM Brands. We are growing and focused on strategic initiatives. Our factories are safe and our employees are valued. We are worldwide, world-class, forward-thinking and forward-looking. We work hard and believe in the work we do. We're for executional excellence and achieving our dreams. We are FAM Brands.
