Associate Designer
Posted 28 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Associate Designer - Sportswear & Activewear”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 4+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyFashion Design, Product design, Textiles (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
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're officially moving into our new HQ in Beverly Hills (August 2026)
9242 Beverly Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Support the design process for assigned category, from concept to final product.
- Maintain all style and design information in Centric PLM.
- Collaborate with the sales, senior design, and merchandising teams to conceptualize and develop new product ideas.
- Create design presentations and product specs for new product lines using the PLM system.
- Research and stay up-to-date on trends in the industry.
- Create detailed technical drawings and specifications for products using the PLM system.
- Collaborate with vendors to ensure that products are manufactured to specification.
- Participate in fit sessions to ensure that products meet design and quality standards.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- Bachelor's degree in a related field such as fashion design, textiles, or product design.
- 4+ years of experience in design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with PLM systems is a must for this role.
- Experience in the mass market and licensed brands is a plus.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- A portfolio of relevant design work is required.
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).