Head of Design

Alliance International Consulting Firm; Dubai; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry seeks a Head of Fashion Design to provide vision and direction for their design strategy. The role involves creating innovative fashion designs, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring a team of designers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a strong understanding of the fashion landscape, ensuring the brand remains at the forefront of industry trends.

Qualifications

• 15 – 18 years of experience in fashion editorial and brand styling.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and in a collaborative environment.
• Elevated taste level and keen understanding of the fashion industry.

Responsibilities

• Create well-organized fashion designs and develop new fashion ideas.
• Collaborate with marketing and advertising departments.
• Plan and execute events such as catwalks.

Skills

Creative mindset

Strong communicative skills

Excellent management and planning abilities

Education

Master’s degree in design or fine arts

College degree in fashion design or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

The Head of Fashion Design provides the overall vision, leadership, and direction of the fashion design strategy for an organization. Develops and implements policies and standards that reinforce the organization's branding strategy. Promotes excellence in design thinking and creative strategy for products. Conducts market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation. Additionally, stays current on future trends, maintains expert knowledge in design and production techniques, and researches new design technologies. Mentors and develops a team of fashion designers.

Responsibilities :

1. Create well-organized fashion designs and develop new fashion ideas for periodic window looks.
2. Ensure a consistent message while giving options to adapt for local needs.
3. Collaborate with the marketing and advertising departments to craft strategies that effectively communicate the brand’s message.
4. Plan and execute events such as catwalks from beginning to end.
5. Identify emerging trends and translate them into fashion designs that match the brand’s fashion message.
6. Collaborate closely with the buying and merchandising teams to develop a knowledge of key investments and high impact products.
7. Partner with print and digital creative teams to design and produce fashion stories that highlight the key seasonal message while evolving the brand’s story.
8. Partner with the public relations team to make sure key fashion messages are aligned throughout all channels.

Requirements :

• Master’s degree in design or fine arts, or college degree in fashion design or related field.
• 15 – 18 years of experience in fashion editorial and brand styling for a successful fashion brand.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and in a collaborative environment.
• Elevated taste level and keen understanding of the fashion industry.
• Excellent management and planning abilities.
• Strong communicative skills with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders.
• Creative mindset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator.
• Excellent design and conceptual skills.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines.