Chief Fashion Design & Innovation Lead

Fwrd; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Fwrd in Los Angeles, CA seeks a visionary VP of Fashion Design to lead the creative direction across the design team. You will drive seasonal collections, mentor senior designers, and ensure alignment with brand identity and market trends.

Responsibilities include overseeing concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting trend decks to executives. Requires 10+ years in women's apparel design and leadership, with a strong portfolio and CAD/Adobe skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in women's apparel design and leadership.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design leadership and market acumen.
• Experience presenting to executives and leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee concept to production across seasonal collections.
• Mentor senior designers and guide design team growth.
• Present trend decks to executives and align with brand identity.

Skills

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Tools

CAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Fwrd in Los Angeles, CA seeks a visionary VP of Fashion Design to lead the creative direction across the design team. You will drive seasonal collections, mentor senior designers, and ensure alignment with brand identity and market trends.

Responsibilities include overseeing concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting trend decks to executives. Requires 10+ years in women's apparel design and leadership, with a strong portfolio and CAD/Adobe skills.