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Freelance Designer, Luxury Women's RTW

Employer
Carolina Herrera
Location
New York City, New York (US)
Closing date
22 Oct 2022

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Function
Design - Garments & Accessories
Level
Manager
Contract Type
Freelance
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

SUMMARY

The role requires a talented designer with both an inherent understanding of the Brand’s unique heritage and a connection to its evolving aesthetic under new creative leadership. This role will work with a stellar design team and a first-class in-house atelier to create and develop collections that continue to build Carolina Herrera as a global luxury house. This person is responsible for delivering exciting product season to season, combining innovative ideas with a luxury aesthetic.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Responsible for design development and research for current and Women’s Ready-to-Wear collections.
  • Collaborate with the design team to create mood and inspiration boards for Creative Director to showcase new trends, inspirations, materials, and silhouettes.
  • Research market trends and styles, ensuring comprehensive product and competitor knowledge and communicate knowledge as necessary through written and verbal presentations.
  • Partner with Merchandising to develop commercial components of each collection. Ensure that product is consistent with market trends and adheres to the codes of the Brand and the business strategy.
  • Bring passion, creativity, energy and inspiration to the team; possess the credibility to influence with conviction.
  • Uphold design integrity and high quality execution throughout the entire development process from concept through to market.
  • Be a creative innovator, leading to both commercial and creative success.
  • Resonate and create continued excitement around the future of Carolina Herrera New York.

 

Skills & Experience:

  • Fashion Design degree required
  • 4+ years of experience in luxury ready-to-wear collections
  • Strong aesthetic/understanding of luxury women’s wear
  • In-depth knowledge of RTW design techniques and processes; draping and embellishments
  • Strong experience working with in-house Ateliers
  • Strong sense of style and color and exceptional taste level
  • Must be proficient in ability to sketch and illustrate

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

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