Senior Fashion Designer

Emerging Blue, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand is seeking a Senior Fashion Designer in Los Angeles. This role includes leading the design process for women's apparel collections, managing the development team, and ensuring alignment with current trends. Candidates should have a degree in Fashion Design and at least 3 years of experience, along with proficiency in Adobe software. Compensation is competitive, ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 DOE plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with commercial fashion brands required.
• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office required.
• Willingness to travel internationally if needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the in-house development team and design process from concept through final styling.
• Design and develop new fashion collections ensuring relevance to brand DNA and trends.
• Create original graphic designs for garments and support branding initiatives.
• Produce production sketches and tech packs for manufacturing.
• Communicate with manufacturers during development and production phases.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Graphic design

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's or college degree in Fashion Design

Job description

Senior Fashion Designer – Hybrid – Los Angeles

About the Company :

Our client is a global, ultra-fast fashion brand driving the latest Gen Z–focused trends in women’s streetwear and ready-to-wear. With a digital-first, trend-reactive approach, they’re recognized as one of the fastest-growing fashion brands for the Gen Z market. Now expanding their LA team, they are seeking a Senior Fashion Designer to join their high-energy and innovative studio.

About the Role :

The Senior Fashion Designer will lead the design process for monthly women’s apparel collections, from concept through final sample production. You’ll oversee the development team, collaborate with overseas manufacturers, and ensure the brand stays ahead of emerging trends across all key platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a socially responsible, culturally relevant fashion brand at the forefront of Gen Z fashion.

Reports to : Director of Design and Merchandising

Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the in-house development team and design process from concept through final styling.
• Design and develop new fashion collections, ensuring relevance to brand DNA and current market trends.
• Create original graphic designs for garments and support branding initiatives.
• Produce detailed production sketches and development tech packs for sample and bulk manufacturing.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with manufacturers during the development and production phases.
• Prepare technical specifications to guide the production team and vendors.
• Participate in sample reviews to evaluate products for style, fit, and overall aesthetic.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s or college degree in Fashion Design – Required

Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with commercial fashion brands – Required

High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office – Required

Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Availability to travel internationally if needed

Experience in graphic design – Preferred

Compensation :

100,000 – $150,000 DOE + benefits

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