Apparel Designer (020-1323)

Looking for Philippines-based candidates
Job Role: Apparel Designer
Compensation Range: $1,500 USD / Monthly
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor Agreement
Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the client's US business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday, EST) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you'll have flexibility in how you manage your time.
Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian and US companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.
Who The Client Is: Our client is an established and rapidly growing apparel business with over 30 years of experience in the fashion industry. The company specializes in designing and developing trend-driven clothing and lifestyle products for some of the largest retail businesses in the United States.
With extensive industry experience, established retail partnerships, and a strong focus on product development, the business continues to expand its collections and brand portfolio.
Role Overview: We are looking for an experienced, creative, and technically skilled Apparel Designer to join the team and contribute to the development of its growing product range as the company enters its next phase of growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop apparel collections for Baby Phat, Paul Frank, and other company brands
Create complete, factory-ready tech packs independently, including detailed specifications, measurements, construction details, trims, fabrics, colors, artwork placement, and finishing requirements
Develop accurate technical flat sketches and CAD presentations using Adobe Illustrator
Create detailed size specifications, measurement charts, and grading instructions
Review samples, fittings, and production details to ensure accuracy and quality
Communicate technical corrections and revisions directly with overseas factories
Research current fashion trends, fabrics, silhouettes, prints, and graphics
Develop new concepts and designs appropriate for major national retail chains
Create colorways, print layouts, graphic placements, and presentation boards
Work closely with merchandising, sales, and production teams to bring collections from initial concept through final production
Manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Required Skills and Qualifications:
5-10 years of professional apparel design experience required
Strong experience creating and developing complete, production-ready tech packs specifically for the US junior apparel market, with an understanding of its target audience, sizing, fit, and fashion trends is essential
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, trims, measurements, and fit
Ability to create professional CADs, technical flats, and detailed specification sheets
Experience communicating directly with overseas factories and reviewing production samples
Understanding of apparel manufacturing and production processes
Strong knowledge of current fashion trends and commercial retail design
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines
Previous experience designing for major retailers, licensed brands, or private-label apparel is highly desirable
Experience with women's sportswear, casualwear, fleece, knits, and graphic apparel is a plus
Why Join Us?
Work with iconic licensed brands including Baby Phat and Paul Frank
Be part of a rapidly expanding apparel business with established national retail distribution
See your designs go from initial concept to finished products sold at major retail chains
Work directly with an experienced team with over 30 years of industry expertise
Have meaningful creative involvement and responsibility in developing new collections
Join a company where creativity, technical skills, and the ability to get things done are valued
Work Arrangement & Expectations:
This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.
To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:
Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as "Independent Contractor")

Skills
Adobe Illustrator

Experience
5-10 yrs

Work arrangement
Yes