We are looking for a (Junior) Activewear Designer to join our small but growing team. You will champion the design aesthetic and technical development aspects for the brand. Our ideal candidate emulates our brand’s vision, is a highly entrepreneurial and dependable self-starter with strong attention to detail. If you’re not afraid to hustle and build things from scratch, we want you.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end to end design and development process – from given concept to launch
• Prepare moodboards, designs, sketches and technical packs for collection development
• Work closely with suppliers to manage timelines and ensure roll-out within target lead times
• Drive innovation through sourcing and R&D of new design and technical solutions
• Translate our brand mission of being adventurous, fashion forward and of good quality into creative designs
• Have a user-centric, thoughtful approach to gathering insights (through focus sessions and surveys) and solving for customer needs
• Understand our market, targeted customer personas, and good design principles through research and customer studies

Requirements

• Solid technical knowledge when it comes to design, grading & construction
• Solid design knowledge, sensibilities and ability to translate concept into execution
• Strong project management sensibilities to work within target lead times
• A passion for the fitness industry and a good understanding of cheak’s mission
• An ability to problem solve through innovative thinking
• An agile mindset that can adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Be an independent thinker and a strong team player
• Strong communication skills

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in a Fashion Design / Technical Design role
• Previous experience in sports, performance clothing or activewear preferred
• An impressive portfolio which demonstrates creative, thoughtful design and technical know how
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin

Who we are:

cheak.’s mission is to enable confidence in the present and future generations of women. We do this by creating Athleisure products that are accessible and versatile to all lifestyles. Whether your choice of movement is yoga, spinning or HIIT training, we’ve got something to support you.