Sustainable Womenswear Designer

Afends Pty Ltd.

Byron Bay

On-site

AUD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Byron Bay location

Sustainability focus

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Afends Pty Ltd. in Byron Bay is seeking a Womenswear Designer to concept on-trend products across Apparel, Denim, Accessories, Knitwear, and Swim, driving commercial success with sustainable outcomes.

The role encompasses seasonal research, collaboration with artists, fabric development coordination, and the creation of tech packs to meet critical-path deadlines while supporting growth within a purpose-led brand.

Qualifications

3+ years fashion design experience
Advanced skills in Illustrator and Photoshop
Solid knowledge of pattern making, sewing and textiles
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Seasonal research, forecasting and interpreting market trends to guide brand direction
Bi-annual design trips for inspiration
Collaborate with artists/brands on capsule collections
Coordinate fabric development with Product Development
Manage deadlines according to Critical Path
Create commercially viable and sustainable ranges across Apparel, Denim, Accessories, Knitwear, Swim
Prepare tech packs and handover to Product Developer
Review submissions and provide feedback to Production Team
Oversee fittings and communicate visual changes
Present seasonal ranges at reviews and range releases
Prepare range notes for Sales Managers
Assist in styling for photoshoots