Shoes Designer (Maternity leave replacement) - Milan

Sergio Rossi; Milano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A luxury footwear brand in Milan is seeking a Shoes Designer to join their Design Team. In this full-time role, you will develop seasonal collections, create detailed technical drawings, and research global fashion trends. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design and 3–5 years of experience in footwear design. This position requires excellent drawing skills and proficiency in design software, with a strong focus on innovative footwear designs across various categories.

Competenze

• 3–5 years of proven experience as a footwear designer, preferably within luxury brands.
• Solid knowledge of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative footwear designs.

Mansioni

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Design and Junior Designer to develop seasonal footwear collections.
• Create detailed technical drawings (by hand or using CAD), mood boards, and color/material specifications.
• Research global fashion trends to inspire innovative designs.

Conoscenze

Excellent drawing ability

Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D design tools)

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of the shoes market and its future trends

Excellent communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Footwear Design, or a related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Shoes Designer (Maternity leave replacement) - Milan. Based in the HQ offices. The ideal candidate will be part of the Design Team and will report to the Head of Design.

Location: Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Employment type and seniority as specified below.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Design and Junior Designer to develop seasonal footwear collections from concept to prototype.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director and other team members in the listed working relationships.
• Research global fashion trends, materials, and technologies to inspire innovative and commercially viable designs.
• Create detailed technical drawings (by hand or using CAD), mood boards, and color/material specifications.
• Translate brand identity and market needs into creative footwear concepts.
• Work with product development, merchandising, wholesale, and marketing teams to ensure design feasibility and cost effectiveness.
• Support sample development, provide constructive feedback, and help maintain alignment with the overall design vision.
• Stay informed on competitor products and consumer insights to guide design decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Footwear Design, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of proven experience as a footwear designer, preferably within luxury brands.
• Excellent drawing ability.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D design tools).
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative footwear designs across multiple categories (e.g., casual, performance, luxury).
• Solid knowledge of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of the shoes market and its future trends, colors, and consumer preferences.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel to the production site.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design

Industries

• Retail and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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