Senior Designer

Main purpose of the Senior Designer role

Major Responsibilities

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Lead on the overall sketch creation
• Have in-depth knowledge of and experience with aspirational designer level trend, fabrics, fit and construction
• Have experience with and have an innate knowledge of Bohemian and “Femme” brand aesthetics and vision
• Develop technical flats and design sheets for each collection, utilizing the knowledge of brand vision
• Oversee the concept development through studying sales data and trend research
• Strong ability to create and execute on trend embellishment and embroidery layouts
• Collaborate with multiple brands to ensure a cohesive concept for each season
• Conceptualize and create compelling product for all monthly deliveries
• Engage in all aspects of design process from development through production (including but not limited to sketching, swatch development, quality development, and fittings)
• Collaborate with the Design Director and cross-functional team members to build brand specific product that supports Revolve’s financial and merchandising strategies
• Attend fittings and provide effective feedback which includes potentially changing sketches as necessary
• Identify key seasonal “FEMME” trends and drive all corresponding development with overseas vendors
• Engage with the Tech Design and Production team to ensure fit intent and consistency
• Review development samples for approval
• Ensure all calendar deadlines and productivity targets are being met
• Facilitate deep integration to ensure alignment with the Buying team in order to craft a unique product mix
• Research and analyze industry trends, shapes, market competition for materials, colors, etc.
• Cultivate, interview, train and manage junior members which includes providing strategic and aesthetic guidance
• Travel overseas as needed
• Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management

Required Competencies

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development or Apparel Design related field
• 8-10+ years work experience in Design
• In depth knowledge of textiles, materials, construction and fit
• Computer sketching using CAD skills including Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, hand sketching, flat sketching
• Experience developing tech packs
• Strong hand illustration skills
• Advanced computer skills including experience using Microsoft suite, Adobe suite and Google suit applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at luxury or contemporary brand
• Experience leading a team and/or multiple categories
• A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.
• For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Revolve includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications.
• A reasonable estimate of the current salary rate is $100,000 to $115,000 per year.

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