Junior Fashion Designer

About Cleobella
At Cleobella, we believe that "travel feeds the soul." Founded in 2006, our mission is to create globally inspired, ethically handmade clothing and accessories that celebrate traditional heritage techniques. As a B Corp Certified brand, sustainability and ethical partnerships with artisans in Bali and India are at the heart of everything we do. We design for the woman who values timeless artistry, effortless style, and the preservation of our planet.

The Role
We are looking for a passionate, detail-oriented Junior Fashion Designer to join our creative team. You will support the design process from initial concept through production, helping to translate global inspiration into wearable art. This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with our founders and senior design team to maintain Cleobella’s signature feminine, effortless aesthetic while upholding our commitment to sustainable materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed, colored flat sketches and CADs using Adobe Illustrator to clearly communicate design intent to internal teams and global artisan partners.
• Build and maintain comprehensive digital tech packs, including BOMs, construction call-outs, and graded specs to ensure accuracy for remote production.
• Participate in virtual fit sessions via video call, digitally documenting comments and updating technical drawings in real-time.
• Prepare and scale digital artwork for signature hand-woodblock prints and embroidery, ensuring layouts are optimized for sustainable fabric yields.
• Manage daily digital communication via Slack, email, or PLM with artisan partners in Bali and India to track sample progress and resolve design queries.
• Conduct independent digital research on global trends and traditional heritage techniques to contribute to seasonal mood boards and concept decks.
• Organize and maintain the design server, ensuring all digital sketches, fabric libraries, and inspiration folders are up-to-date and accessible.
• Virtually scout and vet sustainable fabric mills, maintaining an organized digital database of eco-friendly materials and GOTS-certified sources.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the production and marketing teams through digital project management tools to ensure collection deadlines are met.
• Assist in the digital curation of seasonal color palettes and fabric stories that align with Cleobella’s ethically handmade aesthetic.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in fashion design (internship experience at a similar brand is a plus).
• Artistic Eye: A strong understanding of Cleobella’s aesthetic—feminine, bohemian, and timeless—and a deep appreciation for artisanal craftsmanship.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional organization, a proactive "can-do" attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Pay: $55,000 – $72,000 This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work for a purpose-driven, female-founded B Corp.
• Growth opportunities within an internationally recognized lifestyle brand.