Associate Designer Women's Apparel
Listed on 2026-08-08
-
Design & Architecture
Fashion Design/ Tailoring, Creative Design / Digital Art
Associate Designer – Women's Apparel
A day in the life of an Associate designer – Women's Apparel at The North Face looks a little like this.
- You'll work with and support the team on elevating design expression and creating best-in-industry performance and performance inspired apparel focusing on women's that can take people to the far corners of the world, in style and comfort. You will support the women's Apparel Design Team on the creation and execution of seasonal product design work.
- You will work on product that is built for Snow / Climb / Trail, and also lifestyle product that is inspired by these territories.
- You will work with and support the design team with seasonal research, tool updates, concepts, product design and tech-packing.
- You execute and create low complexity level products with direction from designers and the design manager, with a defined scope. You're a collaborative member of the design team and work with cross functional partners.
- You focus on learning foundational skills within design process, systems, DNA, brand culture + build cross functional collaboration.
- You will present ideas, concepts and designs at design reviews for feedback and collaborate with the design team on seasonal briefs.
- You have a foundational understanding of brand aesthetic, materials and technologies, fit and silhouette.
- You have a passion for the details, learning and contribute to team reviews, workshops and events.
There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.
- 3D design experience.
- Experience using AI rendering tools.
- International work experience and market understanding.
- Basic pattern and construction capabilities.
- Circular design experience.
What do we offer you?
At The North Face, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.
Hiring Range: $60,480.00 USD - $75,600.00 USD annually
Incentive Potential:
This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation:
You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).