Design Sample Coordinator

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men’s and women’s sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich. 

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

That's the FAM Brands difference.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Sample Coordinator to join our dynamic team at FAM Brands. In this role, you'll learn the fundamentals and operational execution, gaining knowledge of the design workflow and product life-cycle. You will work cross-functionally with Senior Designers, Product Development, Merchandising and our Sales teams.

• Design Collaboration

  • Contribute to trend research, seasonal mood boards, and inspiration materials to guide the design direction.
  • Help prepare presentation boards and design sketches for internal reviews and approvals.

   

• Sample Coordination

  • Track and organize prototype and sample requests, ensuring they meet deadlines and quality requirements.
  • Coordinate with vendors and cross-functional teams to manage sample logistics while maintaining an organized sample library.
  • Coordinate with Design, Sales and Merchandising to fulfill sample requests and prepare items for fittings and photoshoots.

• Administrative & Organizational Tasks

  • Update and maintain design documentation (tech packs, line sheets, BOMs) with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Prepare materials for seasonal line presentations and internal design meetings.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 1+ years of experience in apparel design (internship or entry-level experience will be considered).
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and related design software.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate design concepts clearly and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Detail-Oriented: Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail and highly organized for accurate documentation and sample tracking.
• Passionate & Curious: Genuine interest in fitness, performance apparel and staying informed about emerging trends and technologies in the market.
• Adaptable: Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects and pivot quickly as priorities shift.