Senior Apparel Designer

The Senior Apparel Designer is responsible for delivering brand-elevating, production-ready apparel with a primary focus on women’s while also contributing to the men’s line, in alignment with Pact’s sustainability mission, quality standards, and commercial goals. A core focus of this role is designing with GOTS-certified organic cotton materials, ensuring thoughtful execution across knit and woven constructions from initial concept through final approval.

This position plays a key role in shaping Pact’s all-over print and graphic strategy, partnering closely with the Print team to develop original, repeat-ready artwork that translates seamlessly across knit and woven applications. The Senior Apparel Designer manages one direct report (Technical Designer) and serves as a creative and executional leader across cross-functional partners.

• Location: Boulder, CO (Hybrid) Monday
  - Thursday in office, Friday WFH
• Reports to: Design Manager
• Travel: Limited international travel may be required

• Own the full design lifecycle for assigned apparel categories—from seasonal concept and design direction through final, production-ready designs.
• Translate brand strategy, trend insights, and customer needs into compelling, commercially viable apparel.
• Design with a strong understanding of organic cotton materials, knit structures, and fabric capabilities to ensure quality, consistency, and feasibility.
• Ensure designs align with Pact’s sustainability standards, fit expectations, and cost targets.

• Partner closely with the Print team to conceptualize and develop all-over prints, engineered graphics, and repeat patterns.
• Translate artwork into production-ready applications, considering scale, placement, color, knit construction, and repeat accuracy.
• Contribute to the evolution of Pact’s print language and seasonal storytelling across categories.

• Manage and mentor one Technical Designer, fostering clear communication, accountability, and professional growth.
• Partner closely with Technical Design to ensure design intent, fit, and construction are executed accurately throughout development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, Sourcing, and Production to align on timelines, cost, and execution.

• Manage multiple styles and categories simultaneously, adapting quickly to shifting priorities.
• Participate in fittings, reviews, and key development milestones to maintain design integrity through production.
• Maintain organized and accurate design documentation, including sketches, specs, print callouts, and seasonal decks.
• Identify opportunities to improve design workflows, processes, and product outcomes.

• 7+ years of apparel design experience, preferably within a DTC or fast-paced consumer brand.
• Demonstrated experience designing across women’s and men’s apparel, including intimates, dresses, and core knit programs.
• Strong background in essentials, underwear, or tee programs.
• Proven experience developing all-over prints, engineered graphics, and repeat patterns in collaboration with print teams.
• Working knowledge of sustainable materials, particularly GOTS-certified organic cotton.
• Experience managing or mentoring at least one direct report.
• Menswear design experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and production processes.
• Ability to balance creative vision with commercial and operational realities.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and PLM systems.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy and efficiency.
• Clear, confident communicator who builds alignment and momentum across teams.
• Collaborative partner who works effectively with cross-functional teams, remote colleagues, and international factory partners.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Independent decision-maker who leverages experience and judgment to drive results.
• Enthusiastic teammate who contributes positively to team culture.
• Eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and committed to growth.
• Strong alignment with Pact’s values, sustainability mission, and ethical practices.

• Salary Range: $90,000–$105,000 annually
• Bonus: Up to 10% of salary
• Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, partially company-sponsored

* This is a good-faith estimate; final compensation will be commensurate with experience