Apparel Designer Job at Seamless Land Inc in Los Angeles

Seamless Land Inc. is a Los Angeles–based women’s apparel manufacturer and design house founded in 2004, built on creativity, speed, and execution. Based in the Arts District of Downtown LA, we specialize in young contemporary fashion, combining trend-driven design with quality craftsmanship, efficient production, and a strong retail-driven approach. At Seamless Land, we believe creativity thrives through collaboration, sustainability, and purpose-driven growth—making fashion not just what you wear, but what you feel. Our flagship brand, See You Monday, defines everyday style with edge—bold yet wearable collections that blend eclectic energy with timeless appeal. From playful statement pieces to refined fashion essentials, each style is designed to move effortlessly between trend and comfort, individuality and versatility. As a trusted partner to global retailers, Seamless Land manages both domestic and international production across the U.S., Mexico, China, Vietnam, and South Korea. Our end‑to‑end capabilities—from concept and design through development, production, and distribution—allow us to move quickly and deliver apparel that is flexible, fashion‑forward, and built to scale. We collaborate closely with retail partners to create products informed by real‑time selling, customer behavior, and market timing—balancing trend, volume, and margin with the agility to respond quickly. This blend of retail insight and elevated design ensures our product doesn’t just inspire, but performs in the market. Role Overview We are seeking an Apparel Designer to design and develop trend‑driven, brand‑right products from concept through production. This role partners closely with Sales, Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, and Production to deliver commercially successful collections across multiple categories—including knits, wovens, outerwear, and active —for major retail partners. This position is ideal for a designer with strong creative instincts and technical expertise who is excited to grow into a Designer Lead role. Following an initial onboarding and evaluation period, you’ll progressively take ownership of one or more categories, gaining increased responsibility, visibility, and influence across line strategy, cross‑functional collaboration, and retail‑driven decision making. Key Responsibilities Design and develop seasonal products aligned with market trends and the SYM brand vision, from concept through production Translate trend research, selling data, and retail feedback into clear, commercially viable product direction Conduct trend research through competitive shopping, trade shows, trend services, and global inspiration sources Support seasonal color palettes, fabrications, and trim direction in partnership with Sales, Merchandising, Product Development, and Sourcing teams Create and maintain detailed flats, CADs, tech packs, and design documentation using Adobe Illustrator and freehand sketching as needed Collaborate closely with Technical Design, Patternmaking, and in‑house sample makers to execute design direction, fit, and construction intent Attend fittings and clearly communicate fit intent, construction details, and overall design vision Partner with Merchandising and Technical Design to support cost engineering and achieve target margins and retail Collaborate with Sales and Merchandising on product concepts and line strategy Manage design calendars, meet deadlines, and proactively flag development risks or timing challenges Who You Are A strong designer with a commercial yet trendy, retail‑driven mindset Confident owning product categories while collaborating across teams Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and proactive Knowledgeable in construction, fit, trims, patterns, and fabrications Motivated to grow into a leadership role over time Energized by fast‑paced, quick‑turn design environments Skills & Qualifications 5–7+ years of experience designing women’s apparel Strong expertise in garment construction and creative use of trims and fabrications Proficiency in Microsoft office, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Proven ability to translate trends into mass‑market, retail‑ready products Experience working closely with technical design, merchandising, sales, and production teams High taste level, strong creative vision, and attention to detail Ability to work full‑time, on‑site in the Los Angels office Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design This role is designed with a clear path toward a Designer Lead position. Designers who demonstrate strong creative ownership, cross‑functional collaboration, and a commercial understanding of retail performance will have the opportunity to grow into expanded responsibilities, including mentoring junior designers, influencing line strategy, and leading categories over time. Why Join Us Design product for major global retailers with real market impact Hands‑on ownership across the full design‑to‑production lifecycle Collaborative, creative studio environment in DTLA Clear growth runway within a fast‑moving, scalable apparel company Compensation is competitive and aligned with the current market, commensurate with experience. Our benefits package may include health insurance, paid time off, and evolving perks designed to support both well‑being and long‑term growth. Additional details will be shared during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: Seamless Land is seeking an Apparel Designer to design and develop trend‑driven, brand‑right products from concept through production . The position is ideal for a designer with strong creative instincts and technical expertise . The role partners closely with Sales, Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, and Production teams . En Español: Seamless Land Inc. es un fabricante de ropa para mujeres y una casa de diseño con sede en Los Ángeles, fundada en 2004, construida sobre la creatividad, velocidad y ejecución. Con base en el Distrito de Artes del centro de LA, nos especializamos en moda joven contemporánea, combinando el diseño impulsado por tendencias con artesanía de calidad, producción eficiente y un fuerte enfoque basado en el comercio minorista. En seamless land, creemos que la creativitad prospera a través de la colaboración, la sostenibilidad y el crecimiento orientado al propósito. Esta combinación de conocimientos al por menor y diseño elevado garantiza que nuestro producto no sólo inspire, sino también desempeñe un buen rendimiento en el mercado. Role Overview Buscamos a un diseñador de prendas para diseñar y desarrollar productos orientados a la tendencia, con marca correcta desde el concepto hasta la producción. Este papel se asocia estrechamente con Ventas, Merchandising, Desarrollo de Productos, Diseño Técnico y Producción para ofrecer colecciones comercialmente exitosas en múltiples categorías incluyendo telas, tejidos, ropa exterior y activos para los principales socios minoristas. Responsabilidades clave Diseñar y desarrollar productos estacionales alineados con las tendencias del mercado y la visión de marca SYM, desde el concepto a través de la producción Traducir investigaciones sobre tendencias, datos de ventas y retroalimentación al por menor en una dirección de producto clara y comercialmente viable Conducir investigación de tendencias mediante compras competitivas, ferias comerciales, servicios de tendencia y fuentes globales de inspiración Apoyar paletas de colores estacionales, fabricaciones y orientaciones para el acabado en asociación con los equipos de Venta, Mercantilismo, Desarrollo de Productos y Sourcing Crear y mantener modelos detallados, CADs, paquetes tecnológicos y documentación de diseño utilizando Adobe Illustrator y cerrando a mano libre según sea necesario Colaborar con el diseño técnico, la elaboración de patrones y los fabricantes de muestras dentro de la empresa Conceptos específicos diseñados para ejecutar un enfoque, ajuste a las categorías de diseños y instalaciones de construcción Y mejorar la calidad de la imagen En términos generales, detalles creativos, acondicionamiento rápido y la visión general Debido a la atención de los socios e ingenieros profesionales. Los diseñadores que demuestren una fuerte propiedad creativa, colaboración interfuncional y comprensión comercial del rendimiento minorista tendrán la oportunidad de desarrollar responsabilidades más amplias, incluyendo asesoramiento a los diseñadores junior, influir en la estrategia de línea y las categorías líderes con el tiempo. ¿Por qué unirse a nosotros Diseñar producto para grandes minoristas globales con impacto real en el mercado Propiedad práctica durante todo el ciclo de vida del diseño-producción En entorno de estudio colaborativo y creativo en DTLA Clear growth runway dentro de una empresa de ropa rápida y escalable Compensation es competitiva y se alinea con el mercado actual, proporcionada con experiencia. Nuestro paquete de beneficios puede incluir seguro médico, descanso remunerado y ventajas evolutivas destinadas a apoyar tanto el bienestar como el crecimiento a largo plazo. Se compartirán detalles adicionales durante el proceso de entrevista #J-18808-Ljbffr