Job Description:

We’re looking for an apparel designer to join our in-house apparel design team.

Key responsibilities:

● Design Conceptualization:

Brainstorm, research, and develop creative ideas for fashion collections based on market trends, target audience, and brand identity. Collaborate with the design team and the creative director to understand design requirements and objectives.

● Sketching and Prototyping:

Create detailed sketches, illustrations, and technical drawings using computer software or traditional methods to visualize the designs. Work with the product development and merchandising team to develop prototypes and sample garments to test and refine the design concept.

● Fabric and Material Selection:

Select appropriate fabrics, materials, and trims for each design, considering factors such as texture, color, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

● Trend Analysis:

Stay up-to-date with current fashion trends, runway shows, and industry developments. Interpret trends and incorporate them into the design process while maintaining the brand's unique identity.

●Pattern Making and Garment Construction:

Work with the product development team to develop patterns for each design, overseeing the construction process to ensure the desired fit, silhouette, and functionality of the garments.

●Collection Development:

Create cohesive and well-rounded collections that include various pieces, such as garments, accessories, and complementary items.

● Collaboration:

Work closely with other departments, including merchandisers, operations, and production to ensure the successful execution of designs from concept to production.

●Quality Control:

Conduct thorough quality checks on prototypes and final products to maintain high standards and resolve any issues in design, fit, or construction.

●Sampling Supervision:

Oversee the production process, liaise with the product development and merchandising team and ensure that designs are accurately translated into finished products.

●Presentation:

Prepare visual presentations or mood boards to communicate design concepts and inspirations effectively.

●Market Research:

Analyze consumer preferences, competitor products, and market demands to create designs that cater to the target audience's preferences and needs.

●Brand Identity;

Ensure that all designs align with the brand's image, values, and overall style direction.

Requirements:

●Up to 5 years of experience (pref).

●Proficient with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Google Workspace.

●Ideate and present new concepts and techniques that align with the brand’s core values, image and overall creative direction.

●Strong visual and market research skills, assessing the local and international fashion trends and consumer demands to create designs that cater to our target audience.

●Create detailed sketches, illustrations, and technical drawings using computer software or traditional methods to visualize the designs.

●Should have the technical requirements and know-how of the apparel design and sampling process, from interpreting current trends to creating detailed tech packs for sampling and production.

●A pragmatic design approach with strong time management and organizational skills.

● A solution driven and collaborative approach, working closely with the design, sampling and operations/product development team to develop new samples and explorations. Should work closely with the sampling team to develop the correct patterns to create the desired fits.