Junior Designer - Tennis

Lululemon Athletica View all jobs

  • Canada
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Description & Requirementswho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.about this teamAs a world-class design team, we are at the forefront of creating transformative products and experiences for our guests-especially performance athletes. We establish the creative direction for the brand through a deep understanding of athlete needs, cultural context, and the science of feel. Our work sits at the intersection of design, innovation, and advanced textiles, where raw materials are as critical as silhouette and style.We create products distinguished by their fit, function, durability, and aesthetic, ensuring they perform at the highest level in real athletic environments. The team is responsible for designing the global product assortment, creating global colour palettes, seasonal prints and graphics, and driving material and textile choices that enhance performance. We cultivate a culture of continuous learning and growth, empowering Designers to push boundaries and reach their full potential.the roleThe Junior Designer supports the Senior Designer and Design leadership in creating performance-driven Golf collections, with a strong emphasis on woven construction, structured design, ventilation strategies, and second-layer development. This role is ideal for a designer who is passionate about craftsmanship, precision, and understanding how golf athletes move and perform throughout a full round of play.You will contribute across the design process-from research and sketching through to fittings and proto review-while developing a deep understanding of golf-specific performance needs and premium woven execution.a day in the life
  • Research and stay informed on global cultural, aesthetic, and sport-specific trends, with a focus on Tennis and performance apparel
  • Analyze how trends, colour, and material innovation emerge and influence the Tennis category; refine research through the lens of brand strategy with guidance from your Manager
  • Under the direction and mentorship of the Senior Designer and Design leaders, create black and white sketches aligned to research, brand identity, brief intent, and IMU targets
  • Develop 3D mock-ups and in-house prototypes to support 2D sketches, particularly exploring pleating, folding techniques, and colour-blocking placements
  • Present sketches and concepts to Design leadership, clearly articulating design intent and athlete use cases
  • Under guidance, select fabrics and trims from the Raw Material library, with consideration for stretch, breathability, recovery, weight, and on-court durability
  • Apply colour and graphics to new, core, and carryover Tennis styles, balancing visual impact, performance requirements, and commercial viability
  • Present coloured-up sketches to cross-functional partners for sketch review sign-off, clearly communicating alignment to the brief, inspiration, and athlete needs
  • Complete technical sketches detailing materials, construction techniques, pleating methods, colour-blocking execution, trims, and fit; hand over to PD/TD partners and collaborate to ensure feasibility
  • Participate in fittings under the guidance of the Senior Designer, ensuring design intent supports tennis-specific movement (serving, lunging, lateral movement) while meeting IMU targets
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend adjustments based on fit, performance, and athlete feedback
  • Present physical prototypes on-body to cross-functional partners to support commercial sign-off at proto review
  • Maintain and update the coloured assortment based on feedback and change requests from Design leadership and partners
tennis Specific Design Focus
  • Understanding tennis athlete movement, posture, and range of motion
  • Designing garments that support speed, agility, ventilation, and comfort on court
  • Applying pleating and fabric folding for functional movement and aesthetic expression
  • Using colour blocking to enhance silhouette, performance zones, and visual impact
  • Considering court conditions, match duration, and competition intensity in design decisions
qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of industry experience
  • BA, BFA, or BS in Design (or equivalent)
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Strong design skills to conceptualize, design, and construct garments that are aesthetically refined, functional, and commercially viable
  • Foundational understanding of garment construction, textile behavior, and material application
  • Strong communication skills-able to clearly articulate ideas verbally and visually, and incorporate feedback
  • Aesthetic intelligence with a strong grasp of brand identity and Tennis-specific style codes
  • Innovative thinker with curiosity around new construction techniques, materials, and performance solutions
  • Ability to translate
must haves
  • Acknowledges choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility
  • Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and a drive to innovate
  • Communicates with honesty, clarity, and kindness
  • Leads with courage and embraces learning through experimentation
  • Builds strong, trusting relationships by putting people first
  • Brings fun, curiosity, and joy to the work-without taking themselves too seriously
  • Genuine alignment with lululemon's values, including wellbeing, movement, community, and belonging.
additional notes
Immigration support is potentially available for this role.compensation and Benefits Packagelululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $80,000 - 90,000 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:
  • Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
  • Paid time off
  • Savings and retirement plan matching
  • Generous employee discount
  • Fitness & yoga classes
  • Parenthood top-up
  • Extensive catalog of development course offerings
  • People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.workplace arrangementThis role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy: In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 4 days per week.#LI-Hybrid
#LI-LS1Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.The use of AI tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other AI-assisted software, is strictly prohibited during the interview process. This includes, AI-generated responses, content creation, or any form of automated assistance in live interviews, case studies, technical assessments, or written submissions.At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices. Our commitment to responsible AI ensures that proprietary information is protected and that all hiring decisions are based on an individual's own skills, judgment, and expertise without AI assistance. Any use of AI during the interview process will result in immediate disqualification. lululemon reserves the right to use AI detection tools to verify the authenticity of candidate responses.

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