Associate Product Developer - E2

At Tipsy Elves, we believe life should be a party that everyone is invited to! As the market leader in fun, event-based apparel, our mission is to create extraordinary clothing that transforms everyday moments into unforgettable experiences. Founded in 2011 and based in downtown San Diego, we’ve been featured on Shark Tank, Beyond the Tank, and the Inc. 5000 list.

Our products are more than just apparel—they’re a gateway to confidence, connection, and fun. When you wear Tipsy Elves, you step into a world where bold expression and inclusivity are celebrated, leaving cynicism behind. Together, we’re making life brighter, one unforgettable outfit at a time!

Tipsy Elves is currently seeking an Associate Product Developer – E2 role to assist all aspects of the production process while adhering to the production schedule. This includes creating and updating tech‑packs, ensuring the sampling process stays on schedule, and working directly with the suppliers to relay all comments and approvals. This role is a full time, non‑exempt position that reports directly to the Senior Director of Production.

• Daily communication with factories on all product development related matters
• Create tech‑packs and send sample requests to various overseas and domestic suppliers
• Take initiative with job duties and stay on top of design changes and sample chart timeline
• Organize samples as they come in and maintain organization of sample room
• Photograph all samples that come in and organize sample photo library
• Attend product review meetings to review samples
• Update tech‑packs to reflect the changes made in meetings and communicate these to the supplier
• Finalize tech‑packs to approved status as styles are approved with final photos and branding
• Create and update line sheets as needed
• Communicate with emails to overseas and domestic suppliers
• Coordinate photoshoot sample orders with the marketing team and suppliers to ensure photoshoot samples come in on time
• Create and make revisions to garment sketches, artwork, and packaging as needed
• Research return information and create return analysis for product
• Reports to the Senior Director of Production

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• 2‑3 + years work experience
• Strong knowledge of garment construction and fabrics
• Advanced skill level of Illustrator and Photoshop
• Works well in a team atmosphere
• Very good written and verbal communication skills
• Works with a sense of urgency when necessary
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Drive to learn and grow in the position and company

• This full‑time position is expected to start the last week in January
• This is a hybrid position. 2‑3 days are required in the Downtown San Diego Office and the remaining days can be working from home
• Starting hourly rate is  27‑ 30/hour (approximately  56,000‑ 62,400 annually), based on experience and skill set
• 40 hours/week
• This is a full‑time position based out of San Diego, CA.
• Parking or transportation reimbursement is available when in‑office.
• Medical, Dental, Vision care, and Flexible Spending Account available.
• 401K with Match available.
• 30+ Vacation Days per year - 3 Weeks of PTO, 12 Paid Holidays Off and time off between Christmas and New Year’s, and Summer Fridays.
• Catered lunches for in‑office meeting days.
• Annual Product Allowance with additional coupon codes for Friends and Family.
• Quarterly, paid, all‑team community building events

• Work in a growth‑focused and outcome‑driven environment.
• Be a part of a company that embodies its values with a strong culture.
• Have the space to speak and be heard with regular support and strong communication including weekly 1 on 1 meetings, team surveys and feedback, monthly all‑hands meetings, and more.
• Join a community of hard‑working people who genuinely care about what they do.
• Grow through learning and development provided for every stage of your career.

Tipsy Elves is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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