Headwear Sr. Designer, Level II

Were Hiring: Headwear Sr. Designer Level II

Boston Scally Company is looking for a Headwear Sr. Designer to help shape whats next for one of Bostons most recognizable lifestyle brands.

Were not just making hats. Were telling stories through product drawing from Boston culture New England heritage Americana streetwear sport and the people who make this place what it is.

In this role youll own the creative design process from concept through production developing unique cap designs across silhouettes seasonal collections core programs collaborations and special projects. Youll work closely with Product Development Merchandising Marketing and manufacturing partners to turn big ideas into products people genuinely want to wear.

• Develop original on-brand headwear concepts that push the product forward.
• Translate trends cultural influences consumer insights and storytelling into commercially relevant designs.
• Create sketches renderings technical drawings graphics colorways embroidery concepts patches trims labels and other product details.
• Explore new materials construction techniques finishes and decoration methods.
• Own designs from initial research and concepting through samples revisions and production.
• Partner with Product Development and manufacturers to balance creative vision with quality cost construction and production realities.
• Establish seasonal design direction and maintain a strong consistent creative point of view.
• Present concepts to cross-functional teams and confidently incorporate feedback.
• Manage multiple projects timelines and priorities in a fast-moving entrepreneurial environment.
• Stay curious about emerging design tools technologies materials and AI-powered creative workflows.

• 510 years of progressive design experience ideally in apparel accessories headwear lifestyle streetwear footwear or consumer products.
• A strong portfolio showcasing creative range commercial product design and exceptional attention to detail.
• Hands-on experience taking softgoods from concept through production.
• Strong knowledge of materials construction trims embroidery patches screen printing appliqué and other decoration techniques.
• Strong skills in color graphics typography proportion textiles and product construction.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience using AI tools for research ideation and image generation and a willingness to keep evolving with the technology.
• Excellent communication presentation collaboration and organizational skills.
• A solution-oriented mindset and the ability to turn ambiguity into clarity.
• Someone who is proactive adaptable highly self-motivated and comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Most importantly: a strong creative point of view without a big ego.

Headwear experience is preferred but were open to designers who bring exceptional softgoods experience and the right creative perspective.

Because the product is only part of the story.

Were building a brand rooted in the tough humble sarcastic and unmistakably Boston spirit and were looking for people who want to help shape that story for the long haul.

Our values are simple:

Own the outcome.
Move with purpose.
Speak truth listen fully.
Learn and share.
Drop the ego.
Build for the long haul.

Location: Waltham MA
Work Model: Hybrid 3 days per week in the office as needed with flexibility based on business needs
Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel for product development vendor/factory visits trade events photoshoots and team meetings.

If youre a product-obsessed designer who can bring creativity craftsmanship commercial thinking and a little Boston attitude to the table wed love to see your work.

Apply now and show us what youve got.

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