Job Description

About Athleta

For the past 25 years, we’ve committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It’s what we do best, and we’re on the hunt for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences.

We use business as a force for good by putting people and the planet right up there with profit, which is why Athleta is a certified B Corp. Ready to make a move? Join us. Because we know that alone we’re strong, but together we’re unstoppable.

About the Role

As a Senior Designer for the Athleta Studio collection, you’ll lead the creative development of seasonal product design—translating performance, style, and trend insights into compelling collections that embody Athleta’s brand identity. You will partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design to deliver innovative, high-quality apparel that supports women through movement. From concept to execution, you’ll drive silhouette, fabric, and color direction, ensuring every detail enhances both aesthetic appeal and function.

What You'll Do

Design Development & Execution

• Lead seasonal trend and design strategy for the Studio collection, from concept through prototype.
• Develop and present silhouette, fabric, and color direction aligned with Athleta’s brand and business goals.
• Create detailed design sketches, tech packs, and CADs for sampling and production.
• Work collaboratively with the DPC team to create 3D sketches via CLO
• Oversee concept boards, CAD presentations, and product samples for milestone reviews.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Merchandising, Product Development, and Marketing to align product stories with seasonal themes.
• Partner with Technical Design and Quality teams to evaluate fit, construction, and product performance.
• Mentor junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to support creative growth.

Who You Are

• A strategic and detail-oriented designer who blends creativity with technical precision.
• A collaborative problem-solver with a strong sense of trend, color, and performance innovation.
• A strategic and detail-oriented designer who blends creativity with technical precision.
• A collaborative problem-solver with a strong sense of trend, color, and performance innovation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel or Fashion Design .
• 6+ years of design experience , preferably in women’s activewear or performance apparel.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and CAD tools .
• Experience in CLO and CLO Set
• Skilled in flat sketching , trend research, and storytelling through design.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; experience in cross-functional collaboration .
• Experience with direct-to-consumer brands and athletic/performance design is a plus.
• Portfolio required.

Benefits at Athleta

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
• Employee stock purchase plan.*
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
• of the benefits we offer.

*For eligible employees

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.

Salary Range : $106,700 - $141,300 USD

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

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