Design Manager: Fashion & Creative Direction

Vrg Grl; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Job summary

VRG GRL is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design process from concept to final product at our Brisbane HQ. You will drive seasonal direction, manage workflows across multiple categories, and ensure collections align with the brand vision and customer expectations.

You will collaborate closely with Buying, Merchandising, Production, Marketing, Ecommerce, and Product Development teams to shape future VRG GRL collections while maintaining strong cross-functional partnerships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fashion design with leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead design projects from concept to product.
• Strong understanding of commercial fashion and customer trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of seasonal collections from concept to final product.
• Research mood boards, colour palettes, trend forecasts and exclusive design concepts.
• Drive design thinking balancing commercial performance and customer demand.
• Oversee fabric, print, trims selections and finish across collections.
• Mentor Designers and Junior Designers; manage timelines and KPIs.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Buying, Production, Marketing and Ecommerce teams.

Skills

Creative direction

Leadership

Team management

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Fashion design

Trend forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

VRG GRL is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design process from concept to final product at our Brisbane HQ. You will drive seasonal direction, manage workflows across multiple categories, and ensure collections align with the brand vision and customer expectations.

You will collaborate closely with Buying, Merchandising, Production, Marketing, Ecommerce, and Product Development teams to shape future VRG GRL collections while maintaining strong cross-functional partnerships.