Designer - Men's Activewear Los Angeles, California,

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men’s and women’s sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world.

Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich.

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

We are seeking a highly creative and technically skilled Designer, Activewear to lead the design and development of trend-forward, performance-driven apparel. This individual will play a key role in building innovative collections across men’s active wear categories that balance fashion, function, and commercial viability.

• Own the design process from concept to final prototype across multiple product categories
• Create seasonal trend, color, and fabric direction aligned with brand positioning and customer needs
• Develop original, innovative silhouettes and construction details that reflect a deep understanding of technical performance wear
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product development, tech design, and merchandising to ensure design intent is executed on time and within margin targets
• Present design concepts, line plans, and seasonal boards to internal teams and retail partners
• Oversee and mentor Associate or Assistant Designers, supporting their growth and development
• Partner with sourcing teams to select materials that balance performance, cost, and sustainability goals
• Maintain awareness of market trends, competitive landscape, and consumer insights
• Travel domestically or internationally as needed for inspiration, development, or vendor collaboration

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in active wear design, preferably in both performance and athleisure categories
• Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, and fabrications specific to active wear
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and Photoshop) and PLM systems (Centric preferred)
• Excellent sketching, presentation, and storytelling skills
• Strong understanding of costing, development timelines, and commercial goals
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience working with overseas vendors and manufacturing partners

• Experience with licensed brands and/or working with key retail partners (e.g., Target, Walmart, department stores, etc.)
• Passion for wellness, fitness, and sustainability

At FAM Brands, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level, location, and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Compensation Range

$90,000 - $110,000 USD

• FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales).

FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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