Textile Studio Manager

Zimmermann; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored development plans

Product discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Zimmermann is seeking a skilled Textile Studio Manager to lead the Textile Design team, delivering original seasonal artworks and supporting the Creative Director’s vision. You’ll balance creativity with structured delivery to align with design and production milestones in a fast-paced luxury fashion environment.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10+ years in textile design with leadership experience, strong Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator skills, and a deep understanding of the Zimmermann aesthetic.

Qualifications

• Degree in textile design or related discipline is required.
• Several years leading textile or surface design teams in premium fashion.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and timelines.
• Strong IP awareness and project planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Textile Design team to deliver seasonal artwork collections.
• Oversee critical path workflows, track progress and ensure milestones are met.
• Review, approve and hand artworks to pre-production on time.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development and Production across collections.
• Maintain artwork records, licensing docs and IP compliance.
• Drive continuous process improvements and team capability.
• Oversee IP processes and seamless handover to pre-production.

Skills

Textile design leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Planning and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Textile Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Our Brand Story

ZIMMERMANN is a global luxury fashion brand, founded in Sydney in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann. Renowned for its signature approach to sophisticated femininity, distinctive prints, and exceptional craftsmanship, the brand is present across Australia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia.

Job Description

ZIMMERMANN is a global luxury fashion brand, founded in Sydney in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann. Renowned for its signature approach to sophisticated femininity, distinctive prints, and exceptional craftsmanship, the brand is present across Australia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. Nicky Zimmermann’s creative vision and Simone Zimmermann’s strategic leadership have formed the foundation of the brand’s success. Their partnership – balancing design innovation with strong commercial direction – remains central to ZIMMERMANN’s identity and growth.

Today, ZIMMERMANN continues to redefine modern luxury with collections that celebrate self-expression. Grounded in Australian sun-soaked optimism, the brand resonates with women around the world. Our global teams are united by a shared commitment to creativity, quality, and evolving the brand with integrity and purpose.

At ZIMMERMANN, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to empowering talented individuals to build meaningful careers within an inclusive, collaborative, and forward‑thinking environment – where craftsmanship and innovation are celebrated, and individuality is valued.

The Opportunity

ZIMMERMANN is seeking a talented Textile Studio Manager to join our Textile Design team. In this role, you’ll play an important part in leading the Textile Design team in the creation and delivery of original seasonal artworks, helping to bring our collections to life.

You’ll support design excellence, operational rhythm, and execution of the Creative Director’s vision, contributing to a brand defined by creativity, quality, and craftsmanship. This opportunity is ideal if you’re motivated by creativity, leadership and problem-solving, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where innovation and collaboration drive outcomes.

As a Textile Studio Manager, you’ll contribute to artwork development from concept through to pre‑production – balancing creative direction with structured delivery to support outcomes across design and production. You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment across all collection milestones and seasonal deliverables.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, developing and managing the Textile Design team to deliver seasonal artwork collections
• Managing critical path workflows, tracking progress, and ensuring all artwork milestones are delivered on time
• Ensure artworks are reviewed, approved and delivered to key development milestones on time.
• Collaborating with Design, Product Development and Production teams to ensure alignment across collections
• Manage artwork creation records, licensing documentation and Intellectual Property processes across all collections.
• Driving continuous improvement across processes, systems and team capability
• Overseeing intellectual property processes, including artwork records and compliance documentation
• Ensuring accurate artwork tracking, documentation, and seamless handover into pre‑production

Job Benefits

What You Will Bring

• Degree qualification in Textile Design, Surface Design, Fashion Design or a related discipline
• 8–10+ years’ experience in textile or surface design, including leadership experience
• Proven experience managing teams within a premium fashion or lifestyle brand
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong understanding of intellectual property requirements within a design environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage critical path deliverables and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong planning, communication and stakeholder management skills
• A strong understanding of the Zimmermann aesthetic and luxury customer

Why Join ZIMMERMANN?

• Access to tailored development plans and learning opportunities
• Generous employee benefits and product discounts
• Clear pathways for career progression within a global organisation
• A collaborative, high‑performing, and inclusive team culture

ZIMMERMANN is an equal opportunity employer. We assess all applicants based on their individual capabilities, experience, and qualifications and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, please let us know at the time of application so we can assist you throughout the recruitment process.