Junior Apparel Designer

Job Description

About the Job: Junior Apparel Designer at Mary Square

Mary Square is a women-owned lifestyle and apparel brand dedicated to inspiring women to “live their yes.” We offer a range of meaningful gifts, statement jewelry, and apparel, all designed to uplift and connect. Our brand is characterized by bold original artwork and a strong commitment to quality, serving over 4,000 boutiques across the U.S. As we continue to expand, we are searching for a talented and detail-oriented Junior Apparel Designer to join our creative team and play a key role in bringing our seasonal collections to life.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience and describes themselves as a team player who is organized, efficient, and passionate about designing stunning apparel for upcoming seasons. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual early in their design career who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to creating beautiful apparel collections. This role primarily supports the design team in developing seasonal collections by assisting with essential tasks such as research, sketching, tech pack preparation, and sample management. The Junior Level Designer will help ensure that all designs align with the distinctive Mary Square brand aesthetic and meet seasonal development timelines. This is a highly collaborative role that is primarily on-site due to the hands-on nature of working directly with samples, prototypes, strike-offs, fittings, and participating in crucial product development meetings.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the design team with trend and market research, following guidance from the Apparel Director.
• Support fabric, trim, and print research by gathering relevant references and materials for development.
• Create and update sketches and CADs using Adobe Illustrator.
• Assist with preparing Tech Packs for costing and sampling purposes.
• Help maintain and update the Visual Line Plan with revised CADs and accurate product information.
• Receive prototypes and assist with measuring garments and preparing samples for fittings.
• Take detailed notes during fittings and help track revisions and updates to designs.
• Support the communication of design changes and updates with internal cross-functional teams.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining the design team’s Work-In-Progress (WIP) and project files.
• Attend design meetings and line reviews, assisting with updating design documents and line plans as needed.
• Support the creation and organization of production Tech Packs and Bill of Materials (BOM) details.
• Assist with print, embroidery, and color development as directed by the design leadership team.
• Help review lab dips, strike-offs, and fabric submissions with guidance from the senior design team.
• Maintain organized digital and physical files for all seasonal development materials.
• Assist with organizing inspiration, trend references, and research materials for upcoming seasons.
• Support cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, sales, merchandising) with any product-related needs.

What We’d Like to See in You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related creative field.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (demonstrated ability to create technical flats and CADs is required).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications.
• Familiarity with 3D design software is a plus, but not a mandatory requirement.
• Basic understanding of garment construction, fabric types, and trims.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to actively support a fast-paced design team.
• A strong eye for color, prints, fabric, and trims, aligning with brand aesthetics.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• A genuine passion for apparel design and a desire to learn and grow within the fashion industry.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and adapt quickly in a fast-moving environment.

What You’ll Get From Us:

• An exciting opportunity to grow and evolve your career while working in a fun and dynamic environment.
• Experience working alongside creative and highly motivated individuals.
• Comprehensive BCBS health coverage.
• 401K match to support your financial future.
• Employee product credit for Mary Square items.
• Engaging quarterly team events that foster connection and community.

About Mary Square:

At Mary Square, we believe deeply in the power of community, the spirit of creativity, and the celebration of life’s beautiful moments. Our lifestyle brand is committed to uplifting others through thoughtful products that inspire joy and confidence. We are a company that values faith, family, fun, and making a lasting, positive impact on the lives of women everywhere.

If you’re a designer who is eager to bring your creative vision to life within a brand that champions positivity and empowerment, we would love to hear from you! Join us at Mary Square and make a difference through design.