Apparel Fashion Designer

GOLDEN ABC, INCORPORATED; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden ABC, Incorporated in Quezon City is seeking a Designer to translate fashion trends into commercially successful products. You will develop stylish designs for assigned category/brand, collaborating with the merchandising team to ensure a cohesive image and drive sales.

Responsibilities include trend research, mood boards, tech sheets, styling for e-commerce shoots, store visits for feedback, and presenting concepts to internal teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fashion design.
• Strong understanding of current fashion trends and forecasting.
• Excellent design skills with proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Ability to translate trends into commercially viable and market-relevant designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and Research: Regularly research trends and collaborate with Design/Merchandise Managers to identify directions.
• Prepare mood boards and presentations for new collections.
• Translate trends into commercially viable designs that align with brand identity, pricing, and customer preferences.
• Develop design concepts and technical sheets for prototypes.
• Participate in sample development and line planning meetings.

Skills

Fashion design

Trend research

Mood boards

Presentation skills

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Job Purpose

The Designer plays a key role in translating fashion trends into commercially successful products. You will develop stylish designs for our assigned category/brand, collaborating with the merchandising team to ensure a cohesive brand image and achieve sales targets. Your responsibilities will encompass design, styling, and trend research, with a focus on exceeding customer expectations and maintaining our fashion leadership.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Design and Trend Research:

• Conduct regular research and collaborate with the Design Manager and Merchandise Manager to identify upcoming fashion trends and directions.

• Assist in preparing mood boards and presentations for new collections.

• Translate trends into commercially viable designs that align with the brand identity, target market, pricing strategy, and customer preferences.

• Develop design concepts and prepare technical worksheets for prototypes.

• Participate in sample development and line planning meetings.

Styling and Visual Merchandising:

• Style and dress models for e-commerce photoshoots, social media content, lifestyle campaigns, product shoots, and other events.

• Collaborate with the visual merchandising team to ensure product styling aligns with brand aesthetics across all channels.

• Conduct store visits with the merchandising team to gather customer feedback, assess product performance, and analyze competitor offerings.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Assist the Design Manager and Merchandise Manager during product presentations

• Effectively communicate design decisions and rationale to internal teams.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain departmental files, including specification sheets, artwork, and samples.

• Travel and attend trade shows to identify potential new design inspirations for future seasons.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Designer in the fashion industry.

• Strong understanding of current fashion trends and forecasting.

• Excellent design skills with proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).

• Ability to translate trends into commercially viable and market-relevant designs.

• Strong eye for detail and a keen sense of style.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Amenable to a full onsite work arrangement at North EDSA, Balintawak, Quezon City