Licensing Design / Approval Associate

Little Sleepies • Los Angeles, CA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Licensing Design Associate plays a key supporting role within the Little Sleepies Design & Product Development team, bridging creative execution and operational workflow for our licensed product lines. This role ensures that print and color approvals, artwork placements, and license databases are managed with accuracy, consistency, and attention to brand standards.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in the licensed soft goods market.
• 3-5 years of experience in a design, product development, or apparel/textile preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) required.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple timelines simultaneously.
• Collaborative team player with clear and proactive communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with color approval processes (lab dips, strike offs, print proofing) is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with Licensed Partners is a plus.
• Experience with BOMs or product development software is helpful; training will be provided.
• Passion for children's apparel, print design, and the Little Sleepies brand is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preview color lab dips, prints, and strike offs in collaboration with the Designer and Product Development team to drive timely approvals.
• Communicate feedback clearly and track approval status across all active development stages.
• Review and adjust artwork placements and croppings to ensure accuracy and consistency across product styles.
• Maintain organized artwork files and version history to support the broader design team.
• Maintain internal Licensed Development Tracker.
• Submit linesheets and CADs for Concept approval within Licensed Databases.
• Support the creation of artwork millsheets and pull colors as needed to facilitate production handoffs.
• Ensure documentation is complete, clearly labeled, and aligned with current seasonal standards.
• Own the Bill of Materials (BOMs) for license product styles, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates throughout the development cycle.
• Own communication with licensed PD partners for concepts, development, timelines.
• Assist with style guide and trend research for designs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, vacation
• Sick days
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Home office stipend
• Internet stipend
• Company discount
• Team building activities
• Company-issued computer
• Free pajamas & Play product when you join (and every year on your work anniversary!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed