Creative Director, Fabrics & Wallcoverings

F. Schumacher & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Schumacher Classics, part of F. Schumacher & Co., is seeking a Design Director to lead product development for fabric, wallcoverings, and trims.

The role drives the brand’s aesthetic vision while balancing innovation, market relevance, and commercial success. Reporting to the Creative Director, you will guide the design process from concept through production, partner with cross-functional teams, mentor the design staff, and travel overseas to work onsite with vendors to deliver

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in textile design.
• Expert knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes and the interior design world.
• Proficiency in design software, including Adobe Creative Suite, AVA, and SmartSheets.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
• Ability to translate and develop designs across various print and woven techniques.

Responsibilities

• Direct the creative vision and development of Schumacher Classic collections across fabric, wallcoverings, and trims.
• Drive color direction, pattern design, and material innovation.
• Ability to create original design ideas.
• Collaborate with portfolio, merchandising, sales, and marketing teams.
• Oversee technical and creative aspects of product development, including CAD development, strike-offs, color approvals, and CFA.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the design team and define long-term creative strategy.

Skills

Textile design

Product development

Leadership

Color theory

Project management

Visual presentation

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AVA

SmartSheets

Job description

Schumacher Classics, part of F. Schumacher & Co., is seeking a Design Director to lead product development for fabric, wallcoverings, and trims.

The role drives the brand’s aesthetic vision while balancing innovation, market relevance, and commercial success. Reporting to the Creative Director, you will guide the design process from concept through production, partner with cross-functional teams, mentor the design staff, and travel overseas to work onsite with vendors to deliver