Our client is opening a seasonal pop-up shop in Bethesda, MD, and we're looking for enthusiastic Retail Associates to join the team from July 15, 2025, through January 15, 2026. This is a fun, fast-paced role perfect for those who love customer interaction and have a passion for baking. Full-time and part-time roles available. Apply today!
Now Hiring: Senior Fashion Designer
We’re hiring a Senior Fashion Designer to join a fast-growing, Gen Z–driven fashion brand in Los Angeles. This hybrid role is perfect for a creative leader with sharp trend instincts and experience managing development from concept to final production. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love designing what's next in women’s streetwear, this may be the role for you.
How to Find a Role in the Fashion Industry
Breaking into fashion can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out. But the good news is, there’s no single path in. With a mix of strategy, consistency, and curiosity, finding your first (or next) role is within reach.
Start by bookmarking platforms like LinkedIn, Business of Fashion Careers, and Women’s Wear Daily. These sites regularly post openings across design, buying, PR, ecommerce, and more. Following your favorite brands directly on LinkedIn can also give you first dibs on new roles and insight into company culture.
Don’t underestimate the power of social. Follow fashion bloggers, stylists, and editors whose work you admire. These influencers often spotlight emerging brands and career opportunities you won’t find elsewhere.
Most importantly, connect with recruiters who specialize in fashion. Our team focuses on creative and corporate roles across fashion, home, and beauty—and we’re always looking to meet new talent.
Whether you’re a new grad or a seasoned pro looking to pivot, the right role is out there. When it comes to navigating the process, it helps to have someone in your corner. Connect with us today!
Now Hiring for Atlanta Market!
We’re setting up a well-known lighting & decor showroom for Atlanta Market (July 9–15) and need two dependable, hands-on crew members to help bring the space to life. Full days, 9–6, downtown ATL. You’ll be moving furniture, hanging mirrors and art, assembling pieces, packing, and getting everything market-ready. Interested?
Now Hiring: Senior Accessories Designer
Join our client’s legacy streetwear brand as a Senior Accessories Designer! You’ll work closely with Graphic Design, Sales, and Merch to lead multiple design areas and help drive the vision and execution of apparel lines from start to finish. 8+ years experience, NYC-based, $75–100K.
Freelancing vs. Full-Time: Which Fashion Career Path Is Right for You?
In fashion, career paths aren’t one-size-fits-all. As the industry continues to evolve, more professionals are exploring freelance opportunities alongside traditional full-time roles. Each path offers a different rhythm, and knowing which one suits your goals can make all the difference.
Freelance work offers freedom. Designers, marketers, and creatives who thrive on variety and independence often find contract roles energizing. Freelancers might juggle projects with multiple brands, build diverse portfolios, and work from anywhere. But it comes with trade-offs—less stability, inconsistent income, and the need to self-manage everything from taxes to client relationships.
Full-time roles, on the other hand, provide structure. These positions often include benefits, clear growth trajectories, and a consistent team environment. For those who want to immerse themselves in a single brand, go deep on strategy, and develop within an organization, full-time can offer more long-term investment.
There’s no right answer. Some creatives build hybrid careers, shifting between freelance and full-time based on life stage, interests, or economic shifts. Whichever route you take, the most important thing is aligning your career with how you want to work—and live.
At EB, we place both freelance and full-time talent across fashion, home, and beauty brands. If you’re weighing your options or exploring new directions, our team can help you find what fits!
Now Hiring: Senior Kids Apparel Designer
Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Kids Apparel Designer with a strong background in sportswear to lead the creation and execution of trend-forward, brand-aligned collections. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams including Graphic Design, Sales, and Merchandising to drive product development from concept to final execution. Ideal candidates will bring a keen eye for design, strong leadership skills, and proven experience in kidswear, particularly in denim and cut-and-sew apparel. NY-Based. $90-120K.
Now Hiring: IT Manager
We’re seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead our client’s internal tech systems, with deep expertise in BlueCherry or BlueCherry Infinity. This role keeps order management, ecommerce, and data running smoothly—and supports teams in both Miami and Europe. You'll be the go-to technical lead in a fast-paced, hybrid environment. Interested?
Now Hiring: Retail Store Planner
We're hiring a Retail Store Planner in Washington, D.C. to support planning and allocation for our Brick & Mortar channel—owning reporting, inventory management, and sales analysis. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Now Hiring: VP Product Management
Our client, a global player in the footwear game, is on the hunt for a VP of Product Management to lead the charge on product creation, strategy, and innovation across D2C and wholesale channels. If you’re passionate about footwear, driven by consumer insight, and ready to shape the future of product for a dynamic, growing brand—this could be your next big move.
Now Hiring: Wellness Center Technician
Our client is a high-tech wellness center in Glendale and is looking for full-time Technicians who are passionate about human performance, recovery, and innovation.
Work hands-on with advanced therapies like cryo, red light, PEMF, and metabolic testing. $22–$25/hr + major perks.
If you’re energized by tech, health, and helping people level up — we want to meet you. Apply today.
Pop-Up in Aspen, CO!
Our client, a sustainability-focused luxury jewelry brand, is seeking experienced Sales Associates to support their Artist in Residence installation at Hotel Jerome in Aspen, running June through September 2025.
Looking for interested candidates who are ready to deliver high-touch service, support VIP experiences, and bring the brand’s story to life in a refined, exclusive setting.
Now Hiring: General Manager
We’re hiring a General Manager to lead the team at our client’s premium menswear store. This role is all about seamless operations, strong sales, and representing sharp, elevated product. If you have experience running a retail floor, leading a team, and building client relationships—we’d love to connect.
Now Hiring: Sales Director
We’re working with a sustainable towel brand that’s growing fast and looking for a Sales Director to play a pivotal role in that next chapter. This is for someone who’s excited to build smart systems, lead with purpose, and drive real growth in a company that actually cares about people and the planet.
If you're sales-driven, into sustainable brands, and want to help shape something meaningful, this could be for you! $80-100K base + commission.
How to Find Candidates in Remote Areas
Sourcing talent in remote areas comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. While some regions may have a smaller talent pool, they can also be home to highly skilled professionals who are overlooked due to location. With the rise of remote work and digital hiring strategies, companies have more access than ever to untapped talent markets.
Recruiting from remote areas has its pros and cons. On the plus side, hiring from these locations can provide access to candidates with unique skill sets and perspectives, often at more competitive salary ranges than in major metropolitan areas. It can also foster greater diversity and a broader talent pipeline. However, challenges like time zone differences and limited local professional networks can make the process more complex.
Best practices for identifying and reaching candidates in remote markets start with a strong digital recruitment strategy. Leveraging local job boards, online communities, and regional networking events can help surface great talent. Personalized outreach and clear communication about remote work expectations also go a long way in engaging candidates who may not actively be job searching.
Various tools and platforms can aid in remote recruitment. Industry job boards and specialized recruiters can be useful for sourcing talent, while platforms like Zoom, HireVue, and other video interview tools streamline the hiring process. AI-driven sourcing tools can also help identify passive candidates in specific regions.
At Emerging Blue, we have successfully executed remote recruitment campaigns for fashion, home, and beauty brands looking to expand their teams beyond traditional hiring hubs. Whether it’s finding an eCommerce expert in a small town or a marketing strategist in a non-traditional market, we connect companies with the right talent, no matter where they are.
Need help sourcing candidates in remote areas? Our team specializes in finding top talent in every corner of the country. Let’s connect and build your team together!
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Utilizing AI for Design Portfolios – Yay or Nay?
The design world is evolving, and AI is playing a bigger role than ever in shaping creative work. Whether it’s generating concepts, enhancing visuals, or streamlining workflow, AI-powered tools like Adobe Illustrator's AI features, Midjourney, and DALL-E are becoming part of the modern designer’s toolkit. But when it comes to using AI in design portfolios, is it a smart move or a red flag?
For many, AI is simply another tool in the creative process—much like Photoshop or Procreate. However, transparency is key. If AI-generated elements are a major part of a portfolio piece, acknowledging their use can show honesty and awareness of industry conversations. Some hiring managers may see AI integration as an innovative approach, while others may question originality and problem-solving skills.
That said, AI can be a game-changer in portfolio development. It allows designers to iterate faster, test new styles, and enhance presentation quality. The key is balance—using AI to support creativity rather than replace it. Strong portfolios still need to showcase conceptual thinking, personal vision, and technical skills beyond AI capabilities.
Ultimately, how AI is perceived in a portfolio depends on the industry, the role, and the hiring manager’s stance. As AI tools continue to advance, designers who embrace them thoughtfully and transparently may stand out as forward-thinking professionals, rather than those who rely on them as a shortcut. The verdict? AI in design portfolios isn’t inherently good or bad—it’s all about how it’s used.
At Emerging Blue, we connect brands with top creative talent who understand how to blend innovation with skill. Whether you’re looking for designers who leverage AI or those who bring a more traditional approach, we help you find the right fit for your team. Let’s build the future of design together.
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