About the Role
The role involves creating original apparel and sock designs that align with brand direction and consumer preferences, managing the design process from concept to final product, and ensuring consistency in quality and style across collections.
Responsibilities
- Develop new sock and apparel designs based on market research and seasonal trends
- Create detailed technical sketches and design specifications for production
- Collaborate with product development teams to ensure design feasibility
- Select appropriate fabrics, colors, and trims for each collection
- Maintain alignment with brand aesthetics and target customer expectations
- Produce design concepts for seasonal product lines
- Review prototypes and provide feedback for improvements
- Work closely with manufacturers to ensure accurate design execution
- Monitor production timelines to meet delivery schedules
- Stay updated on fashion and textile industry developments
- Present design proposals to internal stakeholders
- Ensure designs meet cost targets and pricing strategies
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously
- Maintain organized design archives and product documentation
- Support photoshoots and marketing initiatives with design assets
- Evaluate competitor products to identify market opportunities
- Integrate sustainability considerations into material and process choices
- Conduct fit sessions and make necessary design adjustments
- Coordinate with sales and merchandising teams on product direction
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards for apparel
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid with office and remote options
Team
Part of a creative product development team within a larger property and construction-focused organization
Design Focus
- Special emphasis on sock design, including performance, fashion, and casual styles
- Integration of functional details such as moisture-wicking, compression, and durability
- Balancing aesthetic innovation with practical wearability
Industry Context
- Position sits within a non-traditional fashion company expanding into branded apparel
- Designs support lifestyle and workwear product lines linked to property and construction sectors
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