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Position: In House Apparel / Gear Designer

Level Six is a globally recognized water sports brand based in beautiful Ottawa, Ontario. Over 26 years Level Six has built a reputation for innovation and quality and has emerged as an industry leader in water sports. Level Six offers’ employees a dynamic and multifaceted working environment with opportunities for professional development and personal growth.

The Position:

We are looking for a full-time in-house apparel designer to manage and grow the Level Six apparel and gear line. You will be working with the rest of the design team to innovate and continue to push the forward-thinking line-up that Level Six has been known for.

Responsibilities:

·Analysing trends in fabrics and apparel to create future collections.

·Develop CAD drawings and Technical Garment Packages

·Work with suppliers overseeing product sampling and proof of concepts.

·Attendance at relevant major trade shows and client line previews

·Assist in production and will report directly to company owner and founder.

·Manage Lab Dips, trims, and Pattern Strike offs.

Requirements:

·Creative, ambitious, self-motivated and target oriented.

·Strong prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills.

·Strong leadership and communication skills.

·Minimum 2 years of work experience in a related position.

·Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design

·Intermediate knowledge of PLM Software

Assets

·Bilingual French/English.

·Intermediate to advanced skills in photography and filming.

·Extensive knowledge of the outdoor activewear and paddling / surf industry

·Strong understanding of women’s swimwear and design

Why Should You Apply?

·Be part of a creative, dynamic, and fun team working environment.

·Able to contribute to multiple areas of garment design to shape the future of outdoor gear.

·Help lead and implement new initiatives in Level Six’s community involvement through our Youth Scholarship fund, 1% for watershed protection, green packaging initiative.

·Standard 40 hour work week

·2 weeks paid vacation, benefit packages available

·Opportunities for professional development, internal growth, and travel.

Please send resume to: [email protected]