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EMERGING BLUE is hiring: Freelance Fashion Designer in California

EMERGING BLUE
California, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 2/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

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We are an emerging luxury casual wear brand focused on crafting high-quality, sophisticated, and fashion-forward pieces for Gen Z and Millennial women who embrace creativity and boldness. We aim to strike the perfect balance between timelessness and trendsetting.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced freelance fashion designer to help bring our vision to life. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of luxury fashion, a keen eye for detail, top notch organisation and time management skills, and the ability to create designs that resonate with our audience. You will be responsible for leading the design of our debut collection, consisting of a small range of pieces from luxury sweats to dresses.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design : Take ownership of collections timelines and calendars, ensuring deadlines are met; Lead the product design process from concept to completion, including trend analysis, market research, mood boards, design presentations, and guiding fabric, trim, and fit processes.
  • Trend Research : Identify key silhouettes and trends to ensure designs are current and aligned with the brand’s aesthetic and target audience.
  • Market Research : Conduct domestic and international research to bring fresh ideas through competitive shopping and vintage exploration.
  • Product Development : Create unique, trend-forward pieces that speak to our target fabrications, and key measurements. Collaborate with domestic and / or international partners.
  • Organization and Initiative : Identify, communicate, and resolve technical and developmental challenges throughout the design process. Propose 3D concepts, incorporating vintage sourcing and draping.
  • Fabric and Trim Research : Source and research fabrics and trims that align with the brand’s vision.
  • Founder Collaboration : Work closely with the Founder on sketch reviews and production decisions, including fabric choices and daily design challenges.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a fashion designer in the luxury or high fashion sector.
  • Strong knowledge and experience in fabric sourcing / selection, color theory, and garment construction. Experience working with both domestic and international markets.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in fashion design.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing relevant work is a must!
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines, displaying a strong sense of initiative and ownership over the entire collection process.
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with the Founder and external stakeholders.
  • Nice To Haves

  • Connections to both domestic and international fabric suppliers and manufacturers.
  • Open to domestic and / or international travel.
  • Experience with Streetwear design.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Be Part of an Exciting Journey : Help shape the identity of a brand that’s redefining the luxury sector.
  • Creative Freedom : Collaborate directly with the Founder to bring innovative ideas to life.
  • Impactful Work : Design pieces that empower our customers to express themselves confidently through fashion.
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment type

    Temporary

    Job function

    Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

    Industries

    Retail Apparel and Fashion

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