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Design Director

Employer
Ten Thousand
Location
New York City, New York (US)
Closing date
28 Jul 2021

Job Details

Ten Thousand is seeking an outstanding Design Director to lead our apparel design team. Working closely with our founders and our VP of Product, you will drive the overall design vision for Ten Thousand. Day-to-day, you will oversee the creative direction of our seasonal assortments, ensuring an impeccable taste level and brand fit across all styles. In addition, you will conceive, refine, and execute innovative product concepts that push the boundaries of activewear performance.

We’re looking for a player-coach excited to design for the Ten Thousand brand who can also lead and mentor a growing design team. You will also work closely with cross-functional partners in all aspects of product strategy, design, sourcing, and development, as well as partnering with our marketing team to help tell the story of our brand and products. As the senior member of our product design function, you will play a key role in shaping the Ten Thousand brand and our design philosophy.


ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure aesthetic and functional execution of all Ten Thousand styles, from sketches to PP samples
  • Oversee creative direction of seasonal assortments
  • Design new styles within timelines and guidelines set out by company calendar and merchant product briefs
  • Provide detailed product pass-offs to product development, including CADs, detailed design instruction, trim direction, fit direction, and fabric information
  • Work with technical design and vendor partners to create mockups and prototypes to explore, resolve, or prove new concepts or construction techniques
  • Explore and/or develop innovative technologies including materials, construction techniques, and product features to drive continuous product performance improvements
  • Partner with Merchandising and Sourcing & Production to drive long-range fabric & trim R&D, including prototyping and wear-testing
  • Collaborate with Merchandising, Marketing, and CX to develop consumer insights
  • Partner with Merchandising to brainstorm new styles and set overall product strategy


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 10+ years’ experience in apparel design, including 3+ years managing direct reports. Prior experience in activewear and/or technical outerwear strongly preferred. Prior DTC experience also preferred.
  • Passion for premium, functional design and the desire to forge a path as a market leader in new design concepts.
  • Excellent taste level commensurate with the Ten Thousand brand. Exceptional attention to product details.
  • Deep understanding of woven and knit garment design and construction.
  • Highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator. 3-D design experience a plus.
  • Strong sense of ownership and determination to get things done.
  • Humility and eagerness to learn and grow.


ABOUT TEN THOUSAND

Starting with the world’s best training shorts, Ten Thousand is building the go-to men’s performance apparel brand for the functional fitness movement. Each Ten Thousand product features premium performance fabrics, an elevated aesthetic, and thoughtful fit and feature options.

Since launching, Ten Thousand has been featured in GQ, Esquire, Gear Patrol, Men’s Health, and other leading lifestyle and fitness outlets, and we’ve developed partnerships with other industry-leading brands including Equinox and SoulCycle.

With funding from leading consumer VCs and e-commerce leaders, we’re well on our way to becoming the leading brand of premium men’s activewear. Learn more on Instagram or at www.tenthousand.cc.

Company

Ten Thousand is the leading brand of premium men’s activewear. After launching with the world’s best training shorts, we have since expanded into a suite of gear designed to keep you going before, during, and after training – and we’re just getting started.

We’re obsessed with making the best gear on the market, and to make that happen, we work with a team of amazing athletes across all modalities, from top CrossFitters competing in the CrossFit games to ultra-marathoners running in 100 miles races to elite members of the U.S. Special Operations Forces. Our gear isn't designed to make you stand out in a crowd, and it isn't designed for post-workout selfies. Its sole purpose is to handle every workout, every day.

We’ve been featured in GQ, Esquire, Men’s Health, Gear Patrol, Runner’s World, and other leading lifestyle and fitness outlets, and we’re backed by leading consumer VCs and e-commerce titans. We're building the #1 training brand in the world, and we want you to be a part of it.

Company info
Telephone
111-111-1111
Location
134 West 26th Street
New York
New York
10001
US

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