Assistant Apparel Designer (Scrubwear & Underscrubs)
FIGS
Santa Monica, CA · Posted September 11, 2026
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About the job
FIGS is seeking an Assistant Designer to support the development of Scrubwear and Underscrubs across men’s and women’s categories. This role partners closely with the Senior Designer and Design Director to execute seasonal product from concept through development. You will contribute through strong organization, technical execution, and design support, building a foundation in performance-driven, functional apparel within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
What You’ll Do
Execute sketches, CADs, and visual materials under direction of the Senior Designer
Support translation of seasonal concepts into product across Scrubwear and Underscrubs
Assist in preparing presentation materials and design boards
Assist in building and updating tech packs under direction
Track and organize development components (lab dips, trims, strike-offs, mock-ups)
Support execution of deliverables aligned to seasonal calendars
Conduct trend, market, and competitive research
Organize and present findings to support seasonal development
Attend fittings, capture detailed notes, and track updates
Maintain organized records of fit and design changes
Support communication across teams by tracking updates and next steps
Follow up on action items to keep projects moving
Maintain organized design files, boards, and seasonal materials
Track deadlines and support overall team workflow and efficiency
Requirements
1–3 years of experience in apparel design (internships included)
Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred
Basic understanding of garment construction, fit, and materials
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Ability to create clean, accurate technical sketches and CADs
Other Must-Haves
Strong collaboration and communication skills with a team-first mindset
High level of ownership, initiative, and follow-through; reliably delivers on commitments
Detail-oriented with a proactive, get-it-done approach to problem solving
Positive, solutions-focused attitude; thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Brings energy, curiosity, and a consistent drive to learn and grow
Willingness to support across all aspects of the design process—no task too small
Passion for thoughtful, functional design that elevates and supports healthcare professionals
FIGS Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range
At FIGS, your base salary is one part of your total compensation package. This role's hourly range is between $29 and $31. Actual salary is determined based on a number of factors, including but not limited to your relevant skills, qualifications, and years of experience.
Additional Compensation and Benefits
Equity: FIGS provides a discount when purchasing FIGS stock voluntarily through our FIGS Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Other compensation and benefits offered include:
Comprehensive benefits and perks package focused on your well-being, including premium medical, dental and vision coverage, and full access to wellness services through Breethe and Classpass. 100% FIGS-sponsored life insurance and disability insurance
Amazing 401(k) program, with a company match up to the first 6% of your contribution
Generous paid time off - We have 12 company holidays. For salaried team members, we offer flexible vacation. For our hourly team members, we offer up to 3 weeks of accrued vacation
Meaningful time away for baby bonding, including parental leave, new parent care meals, and a transition back to work for primary caregivers
FIGS sponsored Uber Eats voucher for in-office weeks
Personalized discount code for 50% off all FIGS products, along with a separate code to share with family and friends to enjoy a 25% discount site-wide
Access to FIGS Vet, Discounted Pet Daycare, Discounted Pet Insurance, and so much more…
*Benefits eligibility is determined by hour requirements and length of service
A little bit about us…
FIGS, Inc. is a founder-led, direct-to-consumer healthcare apparel and lifestyle brand that seeks to celebrate, empower and serve current and future generations of healthcare professionals. We redefine what scrubs are by creating technically advanced apparel and products that feature an unmatched combination of comfort, durability, function and style, all at an affordable price. With the largest DTC platform in healthcare apparel, we sell our products to a rapidly growing community of loyal customers. Through these customer relationships, FIGS has built a community and lifestyle around a profession, revolutionizing the large and fragmented healthcare apparel market and becoming the industry’s category-defining healthcare apparel and lifestyle brand.
Our Threads for Threads initiative is integral to our mission to improve the lives of healthcare professionals on a global scale. Founded alongside FIGS in 2013, Threads for Threads donates scrubs to healthcare professionals working in resource-poor countries around the world.
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