Design Director - Womenswear

Our client, a contemporary brand, is looking for a Design Director to join their team in NYC!

Responsibilities :

• Lead and articulate a clear, fashion-forward creative vision for a contemporary brand
• Direct seasonal concept development, establishing color palettes, key styles, and storytelling themes that reinforce brand identity.
• Conduct trend and market research to shape forward-thinking seasonal strategies that support the brand's continued evolution.
• Design capsule collections and exclusive projects that balance creativity, luxury appeal, and commercial viability.
• Present design concepts, materials, and technical innovations to leadership and retail partners through compelling visual and verbal communication.
• Oversee prototype and sample development, introducing innovative fabrics, trims, and construction methods to enhance collection quality.
• Manage and mentor the design team, maintaining workflow efficiency and ensuring deadlines align with the seasonal calendar.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, technical design, product development, and marketing teams to align on brand and business objectives.
• Review tech packs for accuracy, ensuring design integrity is maintained through production.

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