Afends is a global fashion label born in Byron Bay, shaped by creativity, self-expression and a commitment to conscious design.
Our mission, "Create NOT Destroy," drives us to challenge the norm, inspire individuality and create with purpose. We believe fashion can be a force for positive change, and we are building a community of people who share our passion for creativity, sustainability and protecting the planet.
Would you like to be a part of the Family? We have an exciting opportunity for a Menswear Designer to join our team in Byron Bay!
The Role
The Menswear Designer is responsible for conceiving on-trend products driven by commercial success, innovation and sustainable outcomes. Using sales data, trend forecasting and intuition, seasonal collections are to be designed with the intent to achieve high sell-through and meet factory MOQs.
As Menswear Designer you will be responsible for designing across all categories within our men's offering including but not limited to Apparel, Denim, Knitwear, Boardshorts & Accessories. You will also be working in collaboration & alongside the womenswear designer in your seasonal direction & developments.
Your responsibilities will include:
Seasonal research, identifying, forecasting and interpreting market trends to determine the overall brand direction resulting in design intent
Brief and collaborate with artists/brands on seasonal capsule collections
Timely management of fabric development with product development team
Achieve key deadlines based on critical path
Design creative, commercially viable and sustainable ranges in line with the category comparison/forecasted units/Critical Path across; Apparel, Denim, Boardshorts and Accessories.
Create and maintain clear and concise tech packs and handover to the Product Developer in accordance to the Critical Path




Review and critically analyse all submissions and samples sent for approval, clearly communicating any changes with the Product Developer
Oversees all fitting of all menswear garments, providing feedback & guidance on the fit and any visual comments that must be actioned by the Garment Technician & Production Team
Review and present seasonal ranges at internal reviews and retail / WS range releases
Collate range notes for Ecommerce & Marketing teams regarding the collection. This will include information like inspiration, artists, fabrics, story outlines and noting any changes at a style level that will be made at production
Style ranges and assist in photoshoots (catalogue and seasonal campaigns)
Liaise with Company Director & WS Sales Rep to create SMU options for major customers
Branding reviews and design as required by the business
About you
You have a well-rounded background in design and have excellent attention to detail with the ability to juggle multiple projects with overlapping deadlines. In addition, you will have:
3+ years Fashion Design Experience in a similar role (Tertiary qualification preferred)
Advanced computer skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, intermediate Microsoft Excel
Sound knowledge of pattern making, sewing and textiles
Self-motivated with excellent organisational and time management skills
Accuracy and high attention to detail is essential
Strong written and verbal communication skills with all internal and external stakeholders
Above all, you must be a multi-skilled, team player that can assist in any tasks within the Design and Production Department where required
You'll love working with us
We offer a competitive salary, very generous staff discount, and many staff and team events throughout the year. At Afends we are constantly evolving and challenging the status quo.
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📌 Menswear Designer (Byron Bay)
🏢 Afends
📍 Byron Bay