Designer - Men's Activewear

FAM Brands•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

FAM Brands is seeking a highly creative and technically skilled Designer, Activewear to lead the design and development of trend-forward, performance-driven apparel. This individual will play a key role in building innovative collections across men’s activewear categories that balance fashion, function, and commercial viability. 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. We're officially moving into our new HQ in Beverly Hills (August 2026) 9242 Beverly Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
Minimum 7 years of experience in activewear design, preferably in both performance and athleisure categories
Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, and fabrications specific to activewear
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and Photoshop) and PLM systems (Centric preferred)
Excellent sketching, presentation, and storytelling skills
Strong understanding of costing, development timelines, and commercial goals
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Experience working with overseas vendors and manufacturing partners

Nice To Haves

Experience with licensed brands and/or working with key retail partners (e.g., Target, Walmart, department stores, etc.)
Passion for wellness, fitness, and sustainability

Responsibilities

Own the design process from concept to final prototype across multiple product categories
Create seasonal trend, color, and fabric direction aligned with brand positioning and customer needs
Develop original, innovative silhouettes and construction details that reflect a deep understanding of technical performance wear
Collaborate cross-functionally with product development, tech design, and merchandising to ensure design intent is executed on time and within margin targets
Present design concepts, line plans, and seasonal boards to internal teams and retail partners
Oversee and mentor Associate or Assistant Designers, supporting their growth and development
Partner with sourcing teams to select materials that balance performance, cost, and sustainability goals
Maintain awareness of market trends, competitive landscape, and consumer insights
Travel domestically or internationally as needed for inspiration, development, or vendor collaboration