Creative Lead, Design
AllTrailsSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fashion, ApparelIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum of 7-10 years of Fashion Design experience, specifically in RTW category
- Exceptionally high taste level
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent
- Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel, and Word
- Proven ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a team
- Excellent verbal and written communicator
- Thrives in a highly dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Onsite four days a week
Responsibilities
- Researches trends and applies newness and modernity to the brand during the design process
- Mentors and provides inspirational leadership to all team members
- Continually strives for design excellence and looks for ways to improve current processes, enhance team collaboration, and overall elevate the brand
- Assists the Creative Director in presenting the line during sales meetings
- Presents market research and sketches to the Creative Director
- Manages the design process from initial sketch to production
- Ensures top quality of all category products
- Coordinates with cross-functional teams to create and manage designer calendar
- Directs all Designers, Assistant Designers, and Associate Designers to ensure trim designs and sample orders are handed off to TBGS according to calendar
- Delegates appropriate tasks/projects to Designers, Associate Designers, Assistant Designers, and monitors and reviews their progress
- Provides leadership and serves as a mentor to Designers, Associate Designers, Assistant Designers, and interns
- Partners with Merchandising & Pre-production teams to ensure costs of materials, treatments, and trims are within initial FOB costing
- Partners closely with the Production team to ensure timely production goals are met
- Collaborates with Patternmakers, Development, and Technical Designers to confirm desired garment construction and look
- Meets with trim & fabric vendors and attends trade shows to research new fabrics, trims, and technology
- Participates in fabric selections and initial print reviews during seasonal meetings
- Meets with print/textile vendors and partners with graphic designer to create seasonal prints
- Attends fittings and works with the Tech team to ensure design intent and fits are properly executed
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Design Director role?
A minimum of 7-10 years of Fashion Design experience specifically in the RTW category is required, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent.
What technical skills are needed for this position?
Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel, and Word is required.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What leadership qualities are expected in this role?
The role requires mentoring and providing inspirational leadership to team members including Designers, Assistant Designers, Associate Designers, and interns, while delegating tasks and reviewing progress.
Good American
Fashion brand offering inclusive women's apparel
About Good American
Good American provides a variety of clothing designed for women of all shapes and sizes, including premium denim, swimwear, and bodysuits. Their products focus on fit and style, catering to modern women who want high-quality apparel that enhances their confidence. The company differentiates itself by emphasizing inclusivity and sustainability, having achieved B Corporation Certification. Good American operates a direct-to-consumer model, allowing for better control over customer experience and offering flexible payment options.
Culver City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$1.3MTotal Funding
DEBT_PPCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees
Risks
Increased competition in the premium denim market may impact market share.
Rapid retail expansion could strain resources and affect product quality.
Reliance on celebrity endorsements poses risks if partnerships don't resonate with audiences.
Differentiation
Good American emphasizes inclusivity with a wide range of sizes and styles.
The company holds B Corporation Certification, ensuring high social and environmental standards.
Direct-to-consumer model allows control over brand and customer experience.
Upsides
Recent retail expansion increases brand visibility and customer accessibility.
Partnership with H&M enhances brand reach and inclusivity efforts.
Celebrity endorsements boost brand recognition and appeal to diverse audiences.
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