Technical Apparel Designer

Apparel Designer (Graphics and Technical)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 per year

Reports To: CEO and Head of Merchandise

About the Role

Nappy Boy Enterprises is looking for an Apparel Designer to help bring our merchandise and apparel to life, from concept through production.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can design graphics, develop products, and execute production-ready deliverables. You will work closely with our Head of Merchandise and creative team to build product lines across apparel and accessories.

We are looking for someone who can take direction and own the process end-to-end, ensuring designs translate into high-quality, production-ready products.

What You Will Do

• Create original graphics for apparel and merchandise (tees, fleece, outerwear, cut-and-sew, accessories)
• Develop product concepts, placements, and full garment designs
• Translate creative direction into production-ready designs
• Build CADs and detailed tech packs (BOM, measurements, construction details, placement guides)
• Review samples and provide clear feedback on fit, construction, and quality
• Collaborate with internal teams and external factory partners throughout development
• Track projects from concept through production and maintain organized files
• Stay current with fashion, streetwear, and cultural trends, applying insights to product design

What We Are Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in apparel design, technical design, or a related role
• Strong ability to create original graphics for apparel and merchandise
• Advanced proficiency in: Adobe Illustrator (CADs, vector work, tech packs) and Adobe Photoshop (graphics and mockups)
• Experience creating production-ready tech packs
• Solid understanding of garment construction, fit, and manufacturing processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and move quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Nice to Have

• Experience with CLO 3D, Gerber, or similar apparel design software
• Background in cut-and-sew garments or more complex product development
• Experience working with factories and managing sample revisions
• Interest in music, entertainment, and culture-driven brands

What Success Looks Like

• Ability to take a product from concept to production with minimal oversight
• Delivery of 1–2 product lines within the first 90 days
• Clear, production-ready tech packs that minimize revision cycles
• Strong alignment with brand identity and creative direction
• Develop product concepts, placements, and full garment designs
• Translate creative direction into production-ready designs
• Build CADs and detailed tech packs (BOM, measurements, construction details, placement guides)
• Review samples and provide clear feedback on fit, construction, and quality
• Collaborate with internal teams and external factory partners throughout development
• Track projects from concept through production and maintain organized files
• Stay current with fashion, streetwear, and cultural trends, applying insights to product design

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to play a key role in building out apparel and merchandise for a growing, multi-entity brand. You will work closely with leadership and creative teams to bring ideas to life, from concept through production, and help shape how our products show up in the market.

We offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance (with dental and vision options), 401(k) options, flexible PTO, and support for employee career growth and advancement.

If you are looking for high ownership, hands-on execution, and real impact on the final product, then this is your opportunity.

*Application Requirements*

Please attach your portfolio (should include apparel and/or merchandise work such as graphics, garment designs, or tech packs). Applications without relevant work will not be prioritized.