Levi Strauss

Designer, Women's Bottoms - Icons & Fashion

Levi Strauss • $92K — $135K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of design experience with ownership of seasonal projects.
  • Ability to create stylized sketches reflecting movement and proportion.
  • Experience in garment construction and product development processes.
  • Strong skills in market and trend research to inform design decisions.
  • Clear design aesthetic with an understanding of brand alignment.
  • Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver trend-forward designs for Women's Fashion & Icon Bottoms.
  • Blend brand identity and fresh concepts through creative storytelling.
  • Conduct market and trend research to maintain competitive edge.
  • Support senior designers with presentations and compelling design work.
  • Direct the Assistant Designer and enhance team creativity.
  • Collaborate with Merchandising and Product Development to meet seasonal goals.
  • Create polished design assets, including sketches and tech packs.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Paid leave and health insurance.
  • Employee product discounts.
  • Comprehensive rewards package to support health and financial goals.
Full Job Description

Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.

We are looking for a Designer for Women's Bottoms – Icons & Fashion who brings a creative point of view, deep technical mastery, and a sharp awareness of contemporary and emerging trends. Reporting to the Senior Designer, you will blend Levi's iconic heritage with modern, fashion‑leading ideas—moving the brand forward while staying rooted in what makes Levi's timeless. You are confident in your design thinking, and polished concepts, sketches, and research. You will contribute fresh perspective across multiple categories, including classic 501s, trend-first fashion fits, non‑denim bottoms, and more.

About the Job

  • Deliver trend‑forward designs that elevate Levi's heritage across Women's Fashion & Icon Bottoms

  • Blend brand identity with fresh concepts through creative thinking and seasonal storytelling.

  • Conduct market, trend, and inspiration research to keep the team ahead of the competition.

  • Support the Senior Director and Senior Designer with compelling design work and presentations.

  • Provide direction to the Assistant Designer and help strengthen the team's creative output.

  • Partner with Merchandising, Product Development, and Sourcing to meet seasonal timelines, cost targets, and assortment goals.

  • Create polished Illustrator sketches, flats, and presentation assets that reflect the team's elevated style standards.

  • Build tech packs and maintain accurate PLM data, including bills of material.

  • Maintain strong cross‑functional relationships to ensure products meet aesthetic, quality, and profitability goals.

About You

  • 5+ years of design experience with demonstrated ownership of seasonal work.

  • Create stylized, expressive sketches that reflect movement, proportion, and elevated visual storytelling.

  • Experience with garment construction, patternmaking, and product development workflows, allowing you to deliver clean, production-ready design assets.

  • Demonstrated strength in market, runway, archival, and competitor research, with the ability to translate insights into brand-relevant ideas.

  • Sharp design aesthetic and a well‑articulated point of view—balancing trend-forward thinking with brand alignment and consumer relevance.

  • Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop

This is a hybrid work schedule based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs.

The expected starting salary range for this role is $92,300 - $135,300 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.

Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.

LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.

#LI-Hybrid

EOE M/F/Disability/Vets

LOCATION

San Francisco, CA, USA

FULL TIME/PART TIME

Full time

FILL DATE

This position is expected to be filled by 05/12/2026.

Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.

About Levi Strauss

Levi Strauss & Co. is a leading global apparel company with a presence in over 110 countries worldwide. The company designs and markets jeans, casual wear and related accessories for men, women and children under the Levi's, Dockers, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. and Denizen brands. Levi Strauss & Co. is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, with a focus on water conservation, reducing carbon emissions and improving worker well-being. The company was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Levi Strauss
Size
16,600 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$127.1 million
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$4.4 billion
NASDAQ

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