Title: Product Designer - Specialized 4 Location: Beaverton, Oregon (Hybrid. Onsite Monday-Thursdays, and can work remotely from home on Fridays) Employee Type: Contract Job Type: Digital Experience and Content Strategy Pay Range: $43 - $56 per hour Job Description: Role Overview We are seeking a high-level Product Designer for a contract role focused on creative product design within the apparel sector. The ideal candidate will possess a high degree of taste and creativity, along with expertise in apparel and materials. This position requires an individual who can contribute immediately to a full-scale product reset, driving innovation in complex apparel design. Key Responsibilities - Lead creative and technical design processes for complex apparel, with a focus on innovation. - Drive a full-scale product reset, from concept to execution. - Collaborate with development teams and lead product fit sessions. - Engage with athletes to gather insights and ensure product performance. - Contribute to the design of sports fashion with a high-taste level and personal style. Required Qualifications Education: A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. Experience: A minimum of five+ years of experience in fashion or sports apparel design is required. Technical Skills: Candidates must provide a portfolio that demonstrates a high taste level, personal style, and an understanding of where sport meets fashion. Creative design skills with some technical design elements are essential. Preferred Qualifications - Expertise in apparel materials, particularly knitwear, technical fabrics, and athletic fabrics. - Previous industry experience is preferred. - Familiarity with Vizcom AI is considered a plus. Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate: $43.00/hr - $56.66/hr This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.