Proven experience leading and developing junior design talent
Deep knowledge of garment construction and the end-to-end design process
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong ability to create detailed CADs and communicate design intent
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Analytical mindset to interpret sales data for design decisions
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of women's product categories including tops, dresses, and outerwear
Own the design process from concept through final sample, including trend research and fabric selection
Create detailed CADs and technical sketches to communicate design intent
Partner with Product Development and Production to maintain design integrity
Attend and lead fittings, making informed decisions based on garment construction
Analyze sales data and customer insights to inform design direction
Mentor and develop junior designers to elevate creative output
Manage design timelines to meet production deadlines
Benefits
Health benefits
401(k) with employer match
Merchandise discounts
Commuter benefits
Wellness and employee assistance programs
Hybrid work model with designated in-office days
Full Job Description
Senior Designer, Chase
Department: Corp HO
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: 61010 - Women's Design Corp HO (CA)
Reporting To: Senior Director, Design - Women's
Description
THE PURPOSE: The Senior Designer, Women's leads the creative direction and execution of chase categories, translating trend insights and business needs into compelling, customer-focused product. This role blends hands-on design leadership with strategic thinking, partnering cross-functionally to deliver trend-right collections that support brand identity, commercial performance, and long-term growth.
THE ROLE (what you are accountable for):
Lead the design and development of chase product categories, including tops, tees, sweaters, dresses, and outerwear, with thoughtful integration of performance elements when appropriate.
Own the design process from concept through final sample, including trend research, sketching, CAD development, fabric and trim selection, fittings, and seasonal storytelling.
Create detailed, visually compelling CADs and technical sketches using Adobe Illustrator to clearly communicate design intent.
Partner closely with Product Development and Production to ensure design integrity is maintained through development and into production.
Attend and lead fittings, making confident decisions informed by garment construction, pattern knowledge, and fit standards.
Analyze sales data, historical performance, and customer insights to inform design direction and assortment decisions.
Mentor and develop associate and assistant designers, elevating creative output and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Manage design timelines to ensure key milestones and production deadlines are met.
Stay current on market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape to ensure collections are relevant, innovative, and brand-right.
YOU ARE: You are a creative, detail-driven design leader with a strong point of view and a passion for women's fashion. You balance artistic vision with commercial awareness and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Confident in your craft and communication, you inspire teams, adapt quickly, and bring ideas to life with clarity and purpose.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
8+ years of experience in women's apparel design
Proven experience leading and developing junior design talent
Deep knowledge of garment construction, pattern development, fittings, and the end-to-end design process
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with PLM systems, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Strong ability to create detailed CADs and communicate design intent visually and verbally
Excellent organizational, time management, and cross-functional communication skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and apply insights to design decisions
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Experience in both corporate and fast-paced, trend-driven design environments
Background with designer or lifestyle brands that have a strong brand DNA
ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION
Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $130,000 - $130,000. This is a full-time, exempt position. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.
Perks: We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more.
Work Model: This role is based in El Segundo, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.
About True Religion
True Religion is an American clothing company that was founded in 2002 in Los Angeles, California. The company specializes in premium denim and casual clothing for men, women, and children. True Religion is known for its signature horseshoe-shaped stitching on the back pockets of its jeans, as well as its bold and edgy designs. The company has a strong celebrity following and has been worn by many famous musicians and actors. True Religion has retail stores in the United States and around the world, as well as an online store.
