Designer 1 – Men’s Run
Summary
A junior apparel designer supporting Arc'teryx's Men's Run (trail running) line — assisting senior designers with concepts, patterns, mock-ups, prototypes, spec drawings, and documentation through seasonal development cycles. Core tools are Adobe Suite/Illustrator, CLO3D, and Gerber or equivalent digital pattern software.
Your opportunity at Arc’teryx:
As a Designer 1 - Men's Run, you provide support to a team of designers to deliver on product solutions that align with the Arc’teryx design philosophies and continuously exceed our guests’ evolving needs. In this highly technical role, you assist in the continued evolution of how we design and approach our Run apparel offerings, contributing to innovative, relevant and resolved outcomes that fit within our existing collections.
This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-site. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
Meet your future team:
We create innovative apparel solutions that work for a variety of activities such as climbing, snow sports, hiking, and trail running. We are builders, problem solvers and passionate outdoor enthusiasts. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying future needs then build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges. We are innovative problem solvers with a focus on collaborative teamwork.
If you were in the Designer 1 – Men's Run role now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for:
- Supporting the team with notetaking and capturing key updates during raw materials development, fittings, and design stage gates/reviews
- Supporting senior design members and complimenting existing collections and/or product line plans by contributing to the execution of assigned projects within seasonal timelines
- Supporting and contributing to the creation of patterns, mock-ups, and prototypes; exploring, resolving, and proving new concepts and constructions techniques
- Supporting and contributing to detailed spec drawings, patterns, fit directions, and fabric information to initiate to product development
- Maintaining up to date product illustrations throughout the development process
- Supporting the Fit & Pattern team in resolving fit style and construction issues, ensuring a fully commercialised product
- Coordinating with the materials team in testing new materials, ensuring necessary items are available for prototyping
- Maintaining a thorough understanding of the materials and manufacturing techniques that Arc’teryx works with
- Researching and creating design concepts through the entire design process (sketch, proto, pre-production, etc) under the guidance of the Senior Designer
- Maintaining up to date product illustrations throughout the development process
- Supporting with note taking and capturing key important takeaways during material development meetings and sketch process review meetings
- Ensuring all projects maintain clear and up to date documentation
- Supporting the team in scheduling flow for development stages and continuously charting line plan progress
- Partnering with Product Development on cost estimates, MOQs and LOM concerns throughout concepting and prototyping for seasonal products
- Staying up to date on evolving customer needs and industry trends by collaborating with Arc’teryx athletes and other industry representatives
- Facilitating shareback of work during product reviews and annual sales meeting
Here are some things you could be working on in the future:
- Owning and overseeing all aspects of model creation - from ethos, to plans, through to production, you could grow to oversee run products
- Partnering directly with athletes on product evolutions, feedback insights and relationship building
Are you our next Designer 1 – Men's Run?
- You have a degree in apparel design and 3+ years hands-on experience designing clothing and textile-based products
- You are technically proficient with 3 years’ experience using Adobe Suite, Digital pattern software, and/or CLO3D
- You are technically proficient with 3 years’ experience using Adobe Illustrator and Gerber or equivalent pattern software
- You have intermediate knowledge, skill and ability in design process, sewing and garment construction
- You have proven technical and creative skills to pattern and prototype new products
- You have the capability to create tools and construction methods to assist in solving construction issues
- You demonstrate initiative, agility, and commitment, while balancing autonomy and collaboration
- You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity, and thrive in a fast paced, diverse, ever evolving and values led environment
- You have strong planning, organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills
- You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
- You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
- Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it
Compensation:
Total Rewards
Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.
We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.
In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:
- Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
- Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
- Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.
- Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).
*Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.
Equal Opportunity
Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.
Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.
All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.
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