Movement Assistant Designer – Performance Outdoor

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

Assistant Designer for Performance Outdoor Apparel in Philadelphia at FP Movement. Contribute to design seasonal collections for Outdoor Performance Apparel categories including run, hike, and court sports.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

sewingdrapingmockingtechnical sketchesapparel constructionfabric treatmentswash techniquesdye techniquesspec sheetsdesign development

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillscollaborationproactive attitudeability to reprioritize

Tools & Technologies

ProcreateAdobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Fashion Apparel DesignBachelor Degree in Sportswear Design

Industry Keywords

design flow meetingsprivate label productdevelopment packagescross functional partnersmarket developments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate new ideas for upcoming seasons and presentations by sketching and/or mocking
Maintain an active role in the weekly Design Flow Meetings
Take notes and manage follow up communication on all outstanding issues in collaboration with Designer
Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with designer/buyers/technical designers/production
Execute specific design development projects as assigned by Designer and manage development and execution of trim and artwork packages
Set up spec sheets for all private label product & assist Design Lead with market developments & follow-up communication as needed
Partner with PD on the status of styles in development daily to ensure product execution meets design specifications and are on track in style development process
Assist in completing technical sketches for domestic and overseas programs, set up spec sheets for all private label product & assist Designer with market developments as well as follow-up communication as needed
Prepare development packages and participate in follow up communication related to each package
Review incoming garments with Designer and PD partners to ensure they are correct and in line with original intent as well as brand standards
Assist in sample preparation for monthly sales review meetings by collaborating with Designer on innovative presentations that effectively communicate line to Buyers and Brand leaders
Support in executing original design ideas through draped & sewn mocks in preparation for key meetings
Proactive and willingness to perform special tasks as needed
Support in office organization of samples, mocking yardage, trims, fabrics, and other design tools
Photograph samples on model and photo edit as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

1-3 Years of professional design or related industry experience preferred
Bachelor Degree in Fashion Apparel Design, Sportswear Design or related preferred
Design tools: Procreate, Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Sewing, draping, mocking experience
Excellent communication skills to communicate ideas and inspirations to others and to interact with Designers, Buyers and other Cross Functional partners
Strong organizational skills and ability to intuitively respond and reprioritize as needs shift during the development process
Entry level technical knowledge of apparel construction
Entry level knowledge of fabric treatments as well as wash and dye techniques
Ability to hand sketch and communicate design ideas via computer program
Ai experience note required but is a plus!
Ability to relocate to or current residence in or within commuting distance to Philadelphia, PA

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
PTO
generous employee discounts
retirement savings and much more!