Technical Designer, Athletic Apparel
Company: Gymreapers
Location: Boise
Posted on: May 25, 2023
Job Description:
-Employment Status: Full-time, benefits eligibleLocation: Nampa,
ID (on-site) - Just 20mins outside of beautiful BoiseSchedule: M-F,
8-5/flex according to business needsCompensation: Competitive, DOE
-Who We AreGymreapers is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand
creating premium lifting gear, apparel, and equipment for men and
women. Our supportive lifting gear has been featured in Men's
Health, Barbend, Powerlifting Technique, and more.We are a young
company that is one of the fastest growing fitness brands in the
world with IFBB Pro Bodybuilders, world renown trainers, and
Olympians using our equipment and apparel to take their training to
the next level. We are excited to offer our customers multiple
products that are approved for use in all IPF and USPA
competitions.The Gymreapers brand has been listed twice on the Inc
Magazine's list of 5,000 fastest-growing businesses: 2022 at #291
and 2021 at #521. Our CEO, Roc Pilon, recently was named Mountain
West Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst and Young and Forbes 30
Under 30 Class of 2023, Retail & Ecommerce category! We are growing
so fast that we moved into a 60,000 sq ft distribution facility
with 3,000 SKUs in summer 2022 and are set to expand to 180,000 sq
ft in 2024. - -Benefits/Perks
Competitive PayCompany paid
holidaysPaid Time Off (PTO)NEW: Brand new Gymreapers on-site
gym!NEW: Newly renovated HQ!NEW: 401(k) with up to a 4% employer
matchNEW: Life Flight Program, VoluntaryNEW: Employee Assistance
ProgramNEW: Bereavement policy -50% Employee Discount on
Gymreapers.com!!100% Employer Paid: Medical, Dental and Vision -
short-term and long-term disability - life insurance for both
employee and spouse/dependentsHealth Savings Account (HSA) employee
optionWhat You'll Do:Our team is growing and we've created a new
Technical Designer role to join the Gymreapers team! This crucial
role will help drive product innovation, design, and
design/merchant relationships in the ever-changing fitness world. -
To be successful in this role, you will have solid experience
creating conceptual design sketches which convey body, styling, fit
intent, fabrics, trims, and colors. You should be capable of
executing the design and development of products based on creative
direction, product brief, and line plan. -You will work closely
with the CEO/Founder and Product Team to create consistent
storytelling across the brand. This role will also collaborate
cross-functionally with Graphic Design, Product Development,
Sourcing, and Merchandising on a complete product strategy to meet
financial targets. This role will also: -
Re-create design sketches utilizing
Adobe Software to convey technical sketches of body, styling, fit
intent, fabric, trim, and color for athletic garments, accessories
and equipmentSupport and have some oversight of the design and
development of innovative, seasonal, replenishment, and special
event linesBe an integral partner with Merchandising, Sourcing,
Design and Product Development teams to create a smooth transition
between initial concepts and final productsMust have a
consumer-focused mindset with an understanding of needs and ability
to translate into product designCollaborate with overseas vendors
to ensure design intent is carried through to the final product
through sampling processConduct fittings and wear tests to
adequately document and communicate technical amendments and sizing
changes to external teamsEstablish quality control standards for
each product as well as evaluating all products to be high-quality
and confirm they are to company standards and brand
valuesResponsible for balancing brand identity rules with creative
opportunities in order to elevate the brand through visual
storytellingProvide unique insight into relevant market trends with
a point of view on the commercial viability of styles with a
consumer-focused mindsetWork cross-functionally across all teams
and departments and maintain a professional and positive attitude
with both internal and external clientsWhat You'll Bring:
Minimum of 4yrs of relevant
experiencePortfolio of previous work requiredStrong skill set and
knowledge of apparel design, textile properties, sizing, grading,
and construction techniquesStrong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
with an awareness of the latest creative software programs,
techniques, and applications. Experience with 3D software is a
plus.Strong knowledge of overseas manufacturing, - production, and
communication.Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint) and project management systemsStrong written and
verbal communication both internally and externallyMust be
results-focused and highly detail-orientedDemonstrate a
professional and positive attitude with internal and external
clients with an openness to new ideas and differing opinionsMust
have strong organizational skills in order to troubleshoot and
manage multiple projectsExcellent time management skills and the
ability to work under pressure and deliver projects under tight
deadlinesFamiliarity with product manufacturing processes including
materials/fabrics; plastics; pigmentsComfortable working in a
dynamic and collaborative environment with a great deal of
constructive feedback and inputAbout Gymreapers/Our Core ValuesAt
Gymreapers, we make gear with a purpose and focus on material
integrity. You get high-quality lifting gear that's made to outlast
cheap look-a-likes.We're reengineering people's workouts and
improving the support needed to lift better, longer, and stronger.
Improve performance, relieve pain, and add stability to your
workout program with premium lifting belts, knee sleeves, wrist
wraps, and more.Our Core Values:
Grow or DieCustomer ObsessionExtreme
OwnershipNothing is Given // Everything is EarnedBe Humble1% Better
EverydayLive with IntegritySacrifice -Gymreapers LLC is an equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well
as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or
local law. -
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Keywords: Gymreapers, Boise , Technical Designer, Athletic Apparel, IT / Software / Systems , Boise, Idaho
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