We are looking for an Apparel Designer to support the creation of compelling men’s swimwear and softgoods for a leading apparel manufacturing environment in Long Beach, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a highly creative, detail-oriented individual who can translate market insights and brand direction into commercially relevant, performance-focused product concepts. The role offers the chance to influence seasonal assortments, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and help deliver products that combine innovation, function, and modern style.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full design lifecycle for men’s swimwear and related softgoods, from initial idea generation through final product execution.<br>• Create original design concepts, hand sketches, digital renderings, and detailed technical packages that clearly communicate product intent.<br>• Work closely with product development, technical design, sourcing, and marketing partners to move styles from concept to production within established timelines.<br>• Analyze trend movements, consumer preferences, fabric innovations, and color direction to inform product decisions and seasonal design strategies.<br>• Develop prototypes and review product iterations to ensure alignment with fit expectations, functional performance, and visual appeal.<br>• Balance creative vision with business objectives by designing assortments that support brand positioning and broader market goals.<br>• Provide guidance and constructive feedback to entry-level team members while fostering a collaborative and quality-driven design culture.<br>• Manage several design initiatives at once in a fast-paced setting, maintaining strong organization and consistent attention to deadlines.
We are looking for a creative Graphic Designer to join our team in California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a design specialist who can translate brand direction into high-quality visual materials for both internal and external audiences. The role focuses on producing high-quality creative work, supporting marketing initiatives, and helping maintain a consistent visual identity across multiple channels. You will partner with cross-functional teams to turn ideas into compelling designs that strengthen brand awareness and audience engagement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with the Art Director and cross-functional creative contributors to develop visual assets that support branding and campaign goals.<br>• Work closely with marketing stakeholders to understand project objectives and turn business needs into effective design solutions.<br>• Apply existing brand standards consistently while also contributing thoughtful enhancements that strengthen the overall visual identity.<br>• Produce and manage high-volume creative deliverables by using templates, design systems, and reusable assets efficiently.<br>• Create strategic visual concepts for campaigns and communications that increase recognition, clarify messaging, and encourage audience interaction.<br>• Coordinate daily design execution with marketing managers, web partners, and other collaborators to keep projects moving smoothly and on schedule.<br>• Monitor design trends, platform updates, and emerging creative tools to bring fresh ideas and current best practices into the work.<br>• Contribute to a positive team environment by sharing ideas, supporting collaboration, and helping maintain a strong creative process.