Product Designer, Apparel

Eleven Eleven is a women's apparel and lifestyle brand based in Nashville, Tennessee. We are seeking a Product Designer, Apparel to lead the creation and development of new styles from concept through production.This role is centered on design execution and product development, with direct ownership over how each piece is created, refined, and brought to market. You will translate ideas into production-ready garments, working hands-on with fabrics, fit, construction, and overseas vendors to ensure every product meets our standards.About the RoleYou will own the product development process end-to-end. Building tech packs, leading fittings, refining samples, and communicating directly with factories to execute designs accurately.This role requires strong design instinct, technical knowledge of garments, and the ability to manage timelines and vendor relationships without compromising product quality.Must be based in Nashville, TN or willing to relocate.ResponsibilitiesProduct Design & DevelopmentDesign and develop new apparel styles aligned with the Eleven Eleven brandCreate detailed tech packs including measurements, construction, materials, and trim specificationsBuild and revise CADs and garment flats using Adobe IllustratorSelect and source fabrics, trims, and finishes appropriate for each designTranslate concepts into production-ready garments with clear technical directionFit, Construction & SamplingLead fit sessions, evaluate samples, and make precise adjustments to fit and constructionReview development samples (proto, fit, pre-production) and provide clear feedbackRefine grading, specs, and construction details to ensure consistency across productionIdentify and resolve quality or construction issues early in the development processVendor & Production ManagementCommunicate directly with overseas factories on development, revisions, and timelinesManage the full sampling lifecycle from initial development through production approvalEnsure factories are executing designs accurately based on tech packs and feedbackTrack development timelines and maintain momentum across multiple stylesProduct Direction & Line DevelopmentContribute new product ideas and categories that align with the brand directionIdentify opportunities to improve existing styles through fabric, fit, or construction updatesWork closely with leadership to shape upcoming drops and collectionsRequirementsQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Development, or related field2-5+ years of experience in apparel design, technical design, or product developmentStrong experience creating tech packs, specs, and garment construction detailsDeep understanding of fit, grading, and fabric behaviorProficiency in Adobe IllustratorDirect experience working with overseas factoriesExperience across women's apparel categoriesAdditional AttributesStrong eye for proportion, detail, and overall product executionAbility to translate creative direction into technically accurate garmentsOrganized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple styles simultaneouslyClear communicator with both internal teams and external vendorsHigh ownership mentality over product quality and final outputPortfolio RequirementPortfolio required (CADs, tech packs, or product examples demonstrating design and development work)What This Role RequiresStrong balance of design vision and technical executionDirect ownership of the product from idea through productionComfort working hands-on in fittings, revisions, and factory communicationAccountability for the final product-not just the conceptBenefitsBenefitsUnlimited PTOSummer FridaysMental Health & Sick DaysEmployee Discounts (40% off full-price items)