Head of Collaborations

IRIS VAN HERPEN; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS VAN HERPEN is seeking a Head of Collaborations in Amsterdam to lead international partnerships and special projects across fashion, art, science, technology and architecture.

The role requires managing complex collaborations from initial conversations to final realization, while supporting multidisciplinary initiatives that define the atelier. You will work closely with Iris van Herpen and global partners in a fast-moving, creative environment.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organisational and project management skills.
• Experience managing complex international relationships.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel internationally for work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving creative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and coordination of international collaborations across fashion, art, science, technology and architecture.
• Manage relationships with museums, cultural institutions, artists, brands, researchers and creative partners.
• Prepare presentations, creative proposals, project overviews and visual documentation.
• Coordinate timelines, budgets, deliverables and communication across multiple international projects.
• Act as the primary liaison between Iris van Herpen and external collaborators from concept to completion.
• Assist in developing new exhibition and collaboration concepts and public programming.

Skills

Project management

International relationships

Organisational skills

English proficiency

Travel willingness

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Keynote

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

HEAD OF COLLABORATIONS

Full-time
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Iris van Herpen is one of the world's leading Haute Couture designers, renowned for redefining fashion through innovation, craftsmanship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Working at the intersection of fashion, science, nature, technology, architecture and art, the maison continuously explores new ways of creating and experiencing Couture.

We are hiring a Head of Collaborations to work directly alongside Iris van Herpen and lead the development of the maison's international collaborations and special projects.

This is a multidisciplinary role for someone who feels equally at home speaking with luxury brands, scientists, artists, architects, technology partners and museum curators. You will oversee collaborations from the earliest conversations through to their final realization, while supporting Iris across commercial collaborations, performances, Haute Couture shows and the many creative initiatives that define the atelier.

Working as one of Iris's closest collaborators, you will help translate ambitious ideas into meaningful projects that expand the universe of Iris van Herpen.

Your Responsibilities

Collaborations

• Lead the development and coordination of international collaborations across fashion, art, science, technology, and architecture.
• Manage relationships with museums, cultural institutions, artists, brands, researchers, and creative partners.
• Prepare presentations, creative proposals, project overviews, and visual documentation.
• Coordinate timelines, budgets, deliverables, and communication across multiple international projects.
• Act as the primary liaison between Iris and external collaborators, ensuring projects progress seamlessly from concept to completion.
• Assist in developing new exhibition and collaboration concepts and public programming.

Haute Couture

• Support Iris in parts of the development of her Haute Couture collection.
• Coordinate collaborations connected to runway presentations.
• Assist in preparations leading up to Paris Haute Couture Week.

Creative Support

• Research new collaborators, technologies and cultural developments.
• Help develop concepts for future projects.
• Prepare visual presentations and creative proposals.
• Support Iris in the day-to-day development of multidisciplinary projects.

Creative Assignment

Prepare one A4 page presenting your concept for a new collaboration between Iris van Herpen and NASA.

Your proposal should include:

• The central concept and vision for the collaboration.
• How the collaboration aligns with the values and creative universe of the maison.
• What the final outcome could be and how you would bring the collaboration to life.

You are welcome to include sketches, mood imagery, or other visuals if they help to express your idea.

We are looking for originality, strategic thinking, visual storytelling, and a strong understanding of the Iris van Herpen universe.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has exceptional organisational and project management skills.
• Has experience managing complex international relationships.
• Understands both the artistic and practical aspects of collaboration.
• Is naturally curious and interested in fashion, art, science, architecture and innovation.
• Communicates with confidence and professionalism.
• Works independently while remaining highly collaborative.
• Thrives in a fast-moving creative environment.
• Calm under pressure, highly proactive, discreet, and solution-oriented.
• Has excellent written and spoken English.
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and a strong commitment to meeting them.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-moving and ever-changing environment, remaining flexible and solution-oriented as priorities evolve.
• A proactive and highly organised approach, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a demanding creative environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally for work when required.

Preferred Experience

• Luxury fashion
• Contemporary art
• Museums and cultural institutions
• International productions
• Creative agencies
• Brand partnerships

Software

• Adobe Creative Suite
• Keynote / PowerPoint
• Microsoft Office
• Project management software

In summary, this prestigious position is an exceptional opportunity if you have a strong multidisciplinary ambition to be part of a transformative and globally recognized brand. It offers the chance to shape, innovate and contribute to the evolution of IVH.