Kids Apparel & Brand Designer - REMOTE

Little Trouble is looking for a talented Kids Apparel Designer with a particularly strong background in graphic design and illustration.

This job will help develop original apparel, graphics, prints, patterns, and product concepts for future Little Trouble collections. We’re looking for someone who can understand an established brand aesthetic and build on it - not simply follow trends.

The ideal candidate has a strong fashion foundation but is equally comfortable illustrating an original graphic, developing an all-over print, laying out a garment, and preparing artwork for production.

Responsibilities

• Design original kids apparel across multiple categories.
• Create original:
  • Graphics
  • Illustrations
  • Typography
  • All-over prints
  • Repeating patterns
  • Patches
  • Embroidery concepts
  • Labels and garment details
• Develop seasonal product and collection concepts.
• Translate creative direction into finished apparel designs.
• Create colorways and explore color, fabrication, trims, and garment details.
• Develop mood boards and visual direction for upcoming collections.
• Create production-ready artwork for screen printing, embroidery, patches, woven labels, appliqués, and other garment applications.
• Build clear design files and specifications for overseas factories and production partners.
• Review samples and provide clear design revisions when needed.
• Collaborate closely with the founder and internal team on product direction.
• Maintain the Little Trouble point of view while continuously developing fresh ideas.

What We’re Looking For

• Professional experience in apparel design, preferably kidswear, streetwear, lifestyle, action sports, or graphic-driven fashion.
• Exceptional graphic design and illustration skills.
• Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills.
• Ability to create original artwork rather than relying primarily on stock graphics or existing assets.
• Strong understanding of typography, composition, color, print, and apparel graphics.
• Understanding of garment construction, fabrication, trims, and production.
• Experience preparing production-ready files.
• Ability to interpret a brand aesthetic and design cohesively within it.
• Strong awareness of fashion and culture without simply copying current trends.
• Organized, self-directed, and comfortable working remotely.
• Portfolio required.