Associate, Designer - Joe's Jeans

About Us

Founded in 2001 by Creative Director Joe Dahan, Joe's redefines everyday style with its inherently LA sensibility and distinctive rock + roll point-of-view.

With an emphasis on offering the perfect fit for everybody, the brand takes a revolutionary approach to denim and sophisticated classics, incorporating the very latest in technology to offer product that is beautiful, innovative, and fits flawlessly.

Specific Responsibilities Would Include

As an Associate Denim Designer at Joe’s Jeans, you will play a key supporting role in the seasonal design and development process. Working under the direction of the Senior Designer, you’ll help bring denim styles to life—from concept to final product—through trend research, sketching, sample development, and collaboration across cross-functional teams. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to grow their technical and creative skills within a fast-paced, denim-focused environment.

Strategy & Innovation

• Research and identify brand-right seasonal trends and concepts
• Conduct competitive market analysis and assist in concept deck creation
• Source fabrics and trims and support in the development of CADs and presentations
• Support execution of seasonal category design within the context of the overall assortment and cost strategy

Product Design & Development

• Create flat sketches using Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Fresco for denim garments including jeans, jackets, skirts, and shorts
• Help prepare tech packs, update spec sheets, and maintain accurate product records in PLM or shared drives
• Support fabric and trim selection, wash development, and sample tracking
• Attend fittings and assist with fit notes

Operations & Execution

• Maintain design libraries, sample archives, and organizational tools
• Track development milestones to ensure on-time sample delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in technical design, production, and merchandising

Relationships & Communication

• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors
• Support follow-up on sample status, fabric approvals, and wash standard hand offs
• Work closely with the Senior Designer to ensure design execution aligns with brand and business goals

Team Contribution

• Bring a collaborative, solutions-oriented attitude to the team
• Take initiative to learn and manage up when appropriate
• Stay organized, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in apparel design; denim experience preferred.
• Strong sketching ability and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (Mac environment)
• Knowledge of garment construction, wash processes, and fabric behavior (especially denim)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with PLM systems and tech packs is a plus

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: $68,640-73,500

At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.

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