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Design Lead, RRL Accessories & Footwear
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Positionsübersicht:
The Lead is responsible for the design and product oversight for the men’s and women’s Double RL Accessories and Footwear categories. This position will be accountable for the design process; while maintaining the aesthetic and integrity of the brand and seasonal business objectives.
Grundlegende Aufgaben und Verantwortlichkeiten:
- Design a compelling product assortment that supports the brand aesthetic and seasonal conceptual direction set by the Senior Brand Creative Director.
- Provide best in class research to develop new product ideas by compiling vintage garments, photos, tear sheets, sketches, fabric swatches and trim inspiration.
- Research market trends and runway shows to stay aware of new fabric/materials, models/silhouettes, trim, print/pattern, wash and finishing techniques.
- Create inspirational design boards and sketches/color-ups to convey design ideas to the Senior Brand Creative Director during the product design phase.
- Lead product design cycle while achieving all milestone calendar deadlines.
- Develop product in accordance with the line plan structure and seasonal business strategy.
- Ensure design hand-offs are detailed, and development goals are clear to ensure timely and accurate development of exceptional product. (sketch, specs, construction, material/trims, wash)
- When required drive selection of print/logo technique, color, size and placement
- Review and issue approvals/direction on all product development submits through to stock approval.
- Communicate brand aesthetic and seasonal goals to our regional teams, mills and factories so they can drive the innovation of new products/techniques that align with our brand.
- Travel may be required to support development and sourcing initiatives.
Erfahrung, Fähigkeiten & Kenntnisse:
- Proven ability to create a design offering that supports the creative direction and is aligned with the commercial merchandising strategy
- Hands-on approach to design that is grounded in storytelling and innovation
- Takes initiative and can manage overlapping projects in a dynamic environment
- Excellent communication skills and comfortable building relationships across teams
- Strong technical knowledge of bag and footwear construction, materials and elevated finishing techniques
- Ability to create a cohesive assortment between categories
- Comfortable with creating and leading in a digital culture.
- Extremely proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
- 3D design a plus
- Affinity for the brand and a strong knowledge of vintage
- Confidence in managing direct reports and fostering their growth
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, accessories design or fashion design preferred