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Senior Womenswear Designer

Senior Womenswear Designer

Proforce PersonnelQuebec, CA
28 days ago
Job description

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Womenswear Designer to join a dynamic and innovative design team in Montreal. This is a unique opportunity for a creative visionary with 5-10 years of industry experience to lead the design process, influence seasonal collections, and work across all stages of product development. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of womenswear design, a passion for fashion trends, and the ability to create compelling, commercial collections for a contemporary brand.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead the design direction for seasonal collections, from concept to final product, ensuring they align with the brand's vision and market positioning.
  • Research and anticipate global trends, fabrications, colors, and silhouettes to create innovative, on-trend collections.
  • Work closely with fabric sourcing, technical design, and production teams to ensure designs are to the highest quality standards.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor analysis, and consumer preferences to ensure collections are commercially viable and aligned with customer demands.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers and assistants.
  • Oversee the sampling process, ensuring that all designs meet the brand’s quality standards, fit requirements, and production timelines

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in womenswear design, preferably with a focus on contemporary, ready-to-wear collections
  • Degree or diploma in fashion design
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • In-depth knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and technical specifications
  • Strong trend forecasting abilities, with the capability to blend creative vision and commercial viability
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with other departments such as production, sales, and marketing