Job Summary
We are seeking a visionary, trend-forward, and strategic Head of Fashion Designing to lead our design department and drive our brand's aesthetic evolution. In this leadership role, you will oversee the entire creative process, translating the Creative Director's vision into highly successful, commercially viable seasonal collections. The ideal candidate blends exceptional artistic vision with robust technical expertise and strong leadership skills. You will manage the design team, streamline workflows, and collaborate closely with product development, pattern makers, and manufacturers to ensure flawless garment execution from initial concept to final production.
Core Responsibilities
- Design Leadership & Strategy: Lead, mentor, and inspire the design team to develop cohesive seasonal collections that align perfectly with the brand's identity and market demands.
- Concept & Trend Direction: Oversee high-level market and consumer research to forecast upcoming fashion trends, color palettes, and fabric innovations, setting the creative direction for each line.
- Collection Development: Review and approve initial hand sketches, digital illustrations, and technical flat sketches, ensuring high-quality design standards and storytelling across all categories.
- Technical Oversight & Quality: Supervise the creation of precise technical design packages (Tech Packs), ensuring detailed garment construction notes, measurement charts, and material specifications are flawless.
- Fabric & Trim Strategy: Drive the sourcing strategy for premium fabrics, knits, trims, and hardware, balancing design aesthetics with target price points and production feasibility.
- Fittings & Sample Approvals: Lead fit sessions alongside the technical and pattern-making teams, providing critical adjustments and final sign-offs to guarantee optimal silhouette and construction.
- Production & Supply Chain Collaboration: Partner directly with internal teams and external manufacturing partners to oversee the production lifecycle, resolve execution challenges, and protect design integrity.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related fine arts field is preferred.
- Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in fashion design, with proven experience leading design projects or managing design teams.
- Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) and standard apparel CAD / 3D design software.
- Technical Expertise: Mastery of garment construction, fabric drape, advanced textiles, pattern making, and grading.
- Leadership Skills: Strong project management, team building, communication, and problem-solving capabilities within a fast-paced environment.
- Portfolio Requirement: A comprehensive, professional portfolio demonstrating the entire design lifecycle—from mood boards and initial concepts to finished, produced garments—is mandatory.
Legal & Compensation Notes
- Intellectual Property: All designs, sketches, tech packs, and concepts developed during employment remain the sole intellectual property of the company.
- Salary Range: Negotiable (Based on experience).
- Benefits: Negotiable.
