Apparel Designer

Join Our Team at Storm Creek!

About us:

Hi! We're Storm Creek—a women‑owned, B‑Corp certified, sustainably‑made clothing brand that cares deeply about doing good. We proudly donate over 5% of our profits to environmental and community causes. Here’s a bit more about us so we can really get to know each other.

From sparking curiosity to fueling our growth mindset, we’re all about purposeful action and relentless innovation. “Good enough” isn’t in our vocabulary—we aim higher, think sharper, and collaborate harder. And giving back? That’s in our DNA. We’re charging full steam ahead to hit $5 million in charitable donations by 2030. Turns out doing good can look good, too.

We’re honored to be named one of PPAI’s Greatest Companies to Work For in 2024 & 2025, ranked in the top 1% of promo products suppliers nationwide as #33 on PPAI 100, and a proud member of Minnesota Keystone at the 5% giving level. Translation? We’re a fantastic place to work. Ready to see what all the buzz is about? Come join the fun!

As an Apparel Designer at Storm Creek, you play a key role in bringing our sustainably made lifestyle apparel to life—from initial concept through final production. You are involved in every stage of the design and development process, combining trend insight, market research, fabric innovation, creativity, and thoughtful detailing to create high‑performing, high‑quality products that align with our mission and values.

This fast‑paced, multi‑faced role spans the full product development calendar, including concepting, design execution, fabric selection, PLM maintenance, fit and quality standardization, and product launches. You balance creative vision with technical precision, ensuring every style reflects our standards for fit, function, and sustainability.

Success in this role means consistently delivering purpose‑driven products that are accurate, production‑ready, and on time. You maintain strong attention to detail, ensure data accuracy across platforms, and support cross‑functional teams throughout the development process. You thrive in a dynamic environment, are eager to learn, and embody the Storm Creek values. As a self‑starter with a strong eye for fashion and function, you are passionate about building an inspiring, sustainably sourced product line that makes a meaningful impact.

• Research market trends, competitive offerings, and sustainable sourcing methods.
• Work with team to outline full product line assortment and brand initiatives.
• Develop innovative concepts and designs that reflect Storm Creek's design standards and business objectives.
• Continually seek and source new fabrics, trims, and technologies.
• Lead or assist with all aspects of development including lab dips, fittings, and submits.
• Manage all product development timelines with exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• Create detailed, production‑ready tech packs that clearly communicate design intent, construction methods, measurements, materials, and trim details to vendors.
• Manage Design Data Across All Platforms
• Assist with creating and updating PLM with complete and accurate product details.
• Maintain organized records of tech packs, fabric specs, trims, and approvals.
• Ensure data accuracy across ERP, PLM, and shared systems.
• Track changes and revisions throughout the development lifecycle.
• Follow Merchandising Calendar and Meet Deadlines
• Partner with Merchandising to align on seasonal milestones and deliverables.
• Manage development timelines to ensure on‑time submits and production approvals.
• Proactively communicate risks or delays and propose solutions.
• Own Design Standards:
  Fit, Branding, Sustainability, Styling, Performance
• Enforce Storm Creek branding guidelines across all apparel categories.
• Uphold fit standards through consistent measurement review and fittings.
• Ensure products meet performance and quality expectations.
• Serve as the sustainable sourcing subject matter expert.
• Maintain consistency in styling, trims, labeling, and packaging details.
• Private Label
• Develop private label designs aligned with customer requirements while maintaining Storm…