Junior Apparel Designer

Tecovas was founded with the simple goal of making the world's best western boots, apparel and leather goods - and selling them at a fair price. We are a brand revolutionizing a category and welcoming first-time boot buyers and western enthusiasts alike.

Tecovas is looking for a Junior Apparel Designer to  support our apparel design team across both men’s and women’s product lines. Reporting directly to the Director of Apparel, you will work hands-on with design projects, manage details with accuracy, and help ensure timelines are met. You’ll play an important role in keeping the design process organized and moving forward while learning and growing your skills in a creative environment.

This role is required to be based in Austin, TX. Candidates must either be currently located in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with the creation of seasonal apparel collections including CADs, tech packs, and presentation materials.
• Maintain organized fabric, trim, lab dip, and artwork archives.
• Support fittings by capturing design changes and next steps accurately.
• Update and maintain tech packs with accurate design details
• Research trends and markets to bring in fresh ideas that align with the brand.

Experience we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or Industrial Design, or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in apparel design
• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PLM systems.
• Familiarity with  garment construction, fabrics, and trims.
• Experience in an apparel design or product development environment. 
• Bonus points for experience in western facing or adjacent brand 

What you bring to the table:

• You are detail-oriented and highly organized.
• You have strong time management skills and can prioritize effectively
• You can manage multiple projects while keeping accuracy and deadlines top of mind
• You are a collaborative team player with strong communication skills.
• You are curious, eager to learn, and excited about contributing to a growing brand.

Full Time Benefits & Perks: 

• We offer insurance plans that pay 79-90% of your health premium coverage and 100% of your dental & vision insurance coverage for your family/dependents
• 401(k) match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible PTO policy
• Corporate wellness program
• Competitive salary
• Eligibility to participate in Corporate Bonus Program
• Generous employee discounts!

About Us:

Based in Austin, TX, Tecovas brings the spirit of the West to the modern consumer. Handcrafting the best Western footwear, workwear, apparel, and accessories, Tecovas has grown rapidly since its founding as the first digitally native Western brand in 2015, serving customers through www.Tecovas.com, Tecovas Stores from coast to coast, and select wholesale partners. We’re certainly growing- and hiring passionate, humble, positive, and talented people determined to help us continue to grow!

 Important note: We strive to hire values-aligned people because we believe it takes each and all of us to be successful, and lead with grit, speed and a clear vision of where we’re headed. In a remote setting, interviewing at Tecovas may include phone interviews, virtual “on-site” interviews, and on-the-job mock cases. We are committed to run a thorough process for candidates with whom we identify a potential match, and we will do our best to follow-up with each and every applicant! If you’re on the fence, just give it a try! 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply! Information collected during the application process is subject to our privacy policy. Please note: Offers of employment may be conditional pending the completion of standard onboarding procedures.