Design Director, Concepts; Sportswear

Design Director, New Concepts (Sportswear)

Join us as the Design Director for our new Sportswear division at Wilson Sporting Goods Co. in Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid). Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation are the qualities that have made Wilson the number one sports equipment brand in the world.

Wilson Sportswear is a new division of Wilson Sporting Goods that creates beautiful, functional, technical and lifestyle apparel for young athletic men and women. In this role you will strategically lead our New Concepts design team in developing sportswear that empowers customers to live like an athlete.

• Collaborate and execute the creative vision and direction.
• Manage the New Concepts category, ensuring on‑time delivery of all assets and meeting key deadlines.
• Work closely with team members to balance overall departmental workload.
• Mentor and guide other designers, providing vision and goal focus.
• Proactively identify and solve challenges.
• Own the design lifecycle from concept to PP stage.
• Share fit intention and communicate clear ideas.
• Analyze market trends and apply to specific categories.
• Maintain organization, time‑management, and attention to detail.
• Operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Lead the performance‑based design team while still contributing to collection design.
• Create solution‑based collections that solve for the athlete.

A 4‑year design‑focused degree and 12+ years of apparel design experience, with 3+ years leading high‑performing teams.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient on Mac platform; strong Adobe Illustrator skills.
• Knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, PLM systems, apparel design, garment construction, performance fabric and trims.
• Experience with performance apparel and seamless, sweater knits and wash development is a plus.
• Strong leadership and presentation skills.
• Portfolio examples required.
• Will report to VP of Design and manage designers.
• Will be responsible for design projects.

Estimated pay range: $170,000 – $210,000 per year (base only, excludes bonus program). We offer a collaborative, open workplace with:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pre‑tax transit discounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteering programs
• Team‑building outings
• Product discounts
• Smart casual dress code
• Summer hours
• Company‑sponsored sports leagues/teams
• Fun active outings around major sports events

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.