(Senior) Denim Designer (Streetwear / Luxury)

Company Description

Our client is a Los Angeles fashion brand mixing streetwear and luxury. Their success lies in a diverse, creative, and collaborative team, deeply passionate about their work and dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Objective of the Role

The primary goal of this role is to spearhead the conceptualization and creation of four annual collections and special capsule projects, focusing on the development of fabrics, colors, and wash processes. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of denim design, marrying creativity with strategic foresight to ensure each collection aligns with the company's visionary aesthetic and quality standards.

Ideal Profile

The ideal candidate for this position is a highly organized, innovative designer with a strong background in denim. This person thrives under pressure, meeting tight deadlines with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach. An ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment, coupled with a willingness to engage in domestic and international travel, is essential. This role demands a creative individual who is not only passionate about design but also possesses the communication skills necessary to bring their visions to fruition.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough research to identify trend directions, ensuring the collections remain innovative and aligned with market demands.

Create detailed technical packs and oversee their accurate execution, maintaining the highest standards of design integrity.

Collaborate closely with other departments to meet calendar deadlines for seasonal and special capsule collections, ensuring seamless project progression.

Engage with vendors and the sourcing team to introduce novel elements into product development while adhering to cost specifications.

Participate in the review of samples, attend fittings, and communicate design modifications as necessary.

Maintain consistent communication with the Production team to ensure the design concept is upheld throughout the production process.

Cultivate an understanding of the company's aesthetic, promoting its principles within the design team and throughout daily operations.

Requirements

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is mandatory.

Exceptional multitasking and prioritization skills, with an emphasis on managing projects according to urgency.

Strong communication, organizational, and presentation abilities.

An unwavering attention to detail and a capacity for innovative thinking.

A bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field is preferred, though not mandatory.

A minimum of five years of design experience, specifically within the denim sector.

Expertise in fabric development, wash processes, and a solid grasp of denim luxury streetwear, demonstrating an acute eye for detail and quality execution.