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| Full-time
, ,We are seeking a Senior Apparel Design Director to join our team. This person should be a dynamic creative who loves to collaborate and has a passion for vintage apparel. We are looking for a candidate who will continue to build on the strong foundation established over 15 years, someone who will propel us forward with inspiring ideas and a unique perspective. The candidate should have a deep understanding of denim, should have a keen eye for detail and a passion for translating concepts into compelling garments.
This person should develop an intrinsic understanding of the imogene and willie aesthetic and will provide creative leadership with regard to design perspective, aesthetic and quality on par with brand and industry standards. This person will lead design decisions inclusive of denim, all apparel categories and accessories for both men’s and women’s products. This role reports to the Director of Design and Development and will work closely with our Founder + Creative Leader, as well as our sewing facility in Los Angeles, development team, pattern maker, and production team.
In short: we are on the search for someone to inspire us, someone to push us forward, and at the same time, someone that is one of us…. someone that grows a deep understanding and love for the intangible soul that our brand has established organically.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for overarching seasonal design concepts as well as style-level garment direction
- Provide leadership and direction around fabric and trim selection and sourcing that resonates with the brand’s ethos and identity
- Work closely with the product development team to implement ideas and ensure concepts are translated throughout the sample process and into production
- Build and drive strategies for product with a focus on product storytelling
- Partner with patternmaker to develop fit blocks
- Participate in fit reviews to advance style-level concepts and to ensure fit intent is being achieved
- Identify and provide creative solutions for any issues that arise with product design
- Maintain knowledge of emerging fashion trends through regular market research, constantly seeking inspiration and product opportunities
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience designing in multiple categories, including denim, non-denim bottoms, wovens, knits and outerwear
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effortlessly convey design concept and specifications
- An intrinsic understanding of clothing anatomy and the relationship between design and the body
- Excellent knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, garment construction and finishings
- Experience using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop for flat sketching, print recoloring, and development
- Successful project manager with a knowledge of the product cycle and product design timelines
- Collaborative working style, with a willingness to discuss and adapt given feedback
- Highly detail oriented, with the ability to see the big picture
- An inspiring team player with a steadfast work ethic who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple projects concurrently
- Have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least 7 years of experience in product design
- Passion for working with denim is prioritized
Who We Are:
imogene + willie was founded in 2009 with a dedication to high-quality, handcrafted denim. For over 15 years, the brand has remained committed to always producing in the USA, prioritizing community and authentic storytelling. Made with love, made to last. We offer:
- A fast-paced, energetic, creative environment with passionate people who care a great deal about what we make and how
- Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few)
- Generous retirement contributions: employer matched 401k
- Generous product discounts
Please note: we are not accepting outreach from recruiters at this time, all candidates should apply directly.