Paramount is looking for a Softlines Designer to join its Global Creative Group. In this role, you will support creative development across global fashion and accessories categories that bring Paramount’s iconic intellectual property to life at retail worldwide. You will contribute across the full softlines creative process—from concept through final approval—ensuring high-quality product execution across apparel, bags, sleepwear, pet, and related fashion-driven categories.
What You'll Do
- Lead creative development and approvals across global softlines categories including apparel, accessories, and footwear.
- Serve as a subject-matter expert on Paramount’s IP stories, strategies, rules, and guidelines, ensuring all softlines product is on-brand and franchise-aligned.
- Create original exploratory design concepts, graphics, and visual direction to inspire licensees and elevate product quality.
- Define seasonal direction, trend points of view, and category standards across softlines.
- Partner with Brand, Retail, Sales, and Marketing teams to support pitches and develop retailer-specific creative presentations.
- Identify whitespace opportunities, emerging trends, and new product formats to drive innovation.
- Participate in key partner meetings and milestone reviews to drive creative alignment and elevate execution.
- Manage creative asset allocation and oversee organization of samples and approvals.
- Proactively partner with team leaders across all design disciplines within the Global Creative Group to share assets and develop aligned creative strategies.
- Ensure global brand consistency while adapting to regional market and retail needs.
- Provide hands-on design work including graphic layouts, apparel applications, print techniques, trims, and hangtag direction.
- Guide licensees on materials, fabrication, embellishment techniques, and construction considerations.
- Support trend forecasting and competitive analysis to inform creative direction.
- Maintain awareness of manufacturing processes, costing implications, and retail positioning.
- Regularly conduct retail market audits and competitive analysis to evaluate product positioning, identify emerging trends, and ensure all design work remains commercially competitive and trend relevant.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Graphic, or Product Design (or a related field).
- 3+ years of experience in softlines design or licensed consumer products, preferably within an entertainment brand or licensee.
Nice to Have
- Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to design and develop branded apparel and accessories from concept through production.
- Strong track record managing creative approvals and working with licensees.
- Deep understanding of the licensing industry and global retail landscape.
- Hands-on mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) as well as proficiency in MS Office platforms.
- Strong knowledge of apparel construction, graphic applications, and softlines production processes.
- Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Meticulous attention to detail and deep respect for brand equity.
Technical Stack
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- MS Office platforms
Team & Environment
Part of the Global Creative Group, you will work within the Softlines team and partner with Brand, Retail, Sales, and Marketing teams.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $65,000.00 - $82,000.00
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Disability benefits
- Tuition assistance program
- PTO and generous paid time off
- Bonus eligibility
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
