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Senior Fashion DesignerEdikted • Los Angeles, CA, US
Senior Fashion Designer

Senior Fashion Designer

Edikted • Los Angeles, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Fashion Designer to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction of our fast-growing Gen-Z fashion brand. The Senior Designer is responsible for developing 45–60 innovative, trend-forward, and cost-effective products across assigned categories each month , managing the process from concept to final sample. This role serves as a key leader within the design team—managing daily workflow and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment with Edikted's vision and seasonal goals.

Reporting to the VP of Fashion and Product Design, the Senior Designer will balance trend-driven insights with original, brand-right creativity , guiding collections from concept through execution. This leader will mentor junior designers, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, and help define the evolving DNA of the brand.

Key Responsibilities

  • Translate seasonal concepts and reference inspiration into cohesive, commercially viable products across multiple categories, including knits, wovens, tops, bottoms, dresses, and outerwear.
  • Conduct ongoing market research, staying informed on emerging silhouettes, fabrics, and cultural conversations through social media, pop culture, and global fashion influences.
  • Proactively source new fabrics, trims, and materials ahead of each season; present selections to the VP of Design and Trend Team.
  • Create and oversee detailed tech packs that clearly communicate design intent, construction, and finish details for execution by development teams.
  • Lead and support proto fittings for all adopted styles, maintaining design integrity while incorporating cross-functional feedback from Buyers and internal teams.
  • Manage the seasonal calendar, sample tracking, and development milestones , proactively flagging risks and opportunities to keep the design process on track.
  • Troubleshoot issues in partnership with leadership while supporting junior designers in problem-solving.
  • Maintain consistent, proactive communication with cross-functional partners, including the China development team, Production, and Creative.
  • Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback, skill-building support, and career development opportunities.
  • Play a key role in evolving the brand's design DNA , ensuring collections reflect both commercial success and forward-thinking creativity.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Fashion or Apparel Design.
  • 5–8 years of fashion design experience across multiple categories, preferably within a fast-fashion or trend-driven brand.
  • Proven leadership, team management, and workflow ownership capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel.
  • Strong design aesthetic, color sense, and conceptual development skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of garment construction, fabrication, trims, embellishments, and finishing techniques.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in an ultra-fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to take direction, troubleshoot issues, and perform under pressure.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of how design decisions impact company goals.
  • Benefits Include

  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Hybrid schedule : Monday–Thursday on-site at our Arts District HQ, Fridays remote
  • Employee discount
  • Salary range : $95,000 – $135,000 USD
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