Apparel Designer

About Fuego:Fuego is redefining dance footwear — creating sneakers built for dance, performance, and everyday life. Designed to move seamlessly from the studio to the street, our products fuse innovation, comfort, and style. Based in Miami, we're a fast-growing global brand passionate about creativity, community, and motion.About the Role:Fuego is looking for a freelance apparel and accessories designer with strong experience in streetwear and athleisure design to support the development of Fuego's growing apparel category across both men's and women's products. This role will focus heavily on apparel design execution, accessory development, technical flats, and production-ready tech pack creation. Categories may include tops, bottoms, outerwear, matching sets, bags, and other lifestyle accessories.The designer will work directly with Fuego's Product Manager, who will oversee product strategy, concept direction, development coordination, and factory communications. Your primary responsibility will be translating creative direction into elevated product concepts and accurate technical documentation ready for production. This role is ideal for someone who understands modern streetwear trends, movement-inspired apparel, and commercially viable design across both men's and women's markets.ResponsibilitiesDesign original apparel and accessory concepts across streetwear and athleisure categoriesDevelop silhouettes, garment details, trims, graphics, washes, hardware, and colorwaysCreate detailed technical flats and production-ready tech packsPrepare specification sheets including measurements, construction details, fabrics, stitching, labeling, hardware, and fit notesDesign across both men's and women's product categoriesSupport development of accessoriesRevise and update tech packs based on product feedback and sample revisionsEnsure all designs align with Fuego's brand identity and customer aestheticOrganize and maintain clear design documentation and version controlQualifications3+ years of apparel design experience, preferably in streetwear, athleisure, or contemporary fashionStrong portfolio showcasing both apparel and accessory design workExperience designing across men's and women's categoriesAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and PhotoshopExperience creating detailed apparel tech packs and technical flatsStrong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, fit, and accessory developmentAbility to interpret creative direction and execute efficientlyStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsComfortable working independently in a freelance environmentWhy Fuego:Play a defining role in shaping the future of Fuego's product line.Collaborate with a creative, cross-functional team that celebrates innovation and motion.