We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Womenswear Designer & Product Developer to support the Creative Director in the design and development of the Bassike womenswear collection.
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This role is ideal for someone with approximately five years' experience in a commercial fashion brand who has a strong eye for trend, excellent product development skills and a genuine passion for premium womenswear.
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Working closely alongside the Creative Director, you will assist in bringing each collection to life through research, design support and end-to-end product development. You will play an integral role in the execution of the collection, ensuring products are developed to the highest standards of quality, fit and commercial viability.
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While this position is primarily a support role, there will be opportunities to take on greater design responsibility as the role develops.
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Key Responsibilities
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Trend Research & Design Support
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- Research global fashion trends, runway collections, retail markets and emerging fabric innovations
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- Prepare seasonal research and inspiration for the Creative Director
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- Assist with seasonal colour palettes, fabric direction and concept development
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- Create presentation boards and design documentation
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- Support the Creative Director throughout the seasonal design process
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- Identify opportunities to evolve and elevate existing core product
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Product Development
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- Co-ordinate with and assist product developers across allocated styles
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- Liaise with suppliers throughout the sampling process
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- Ensure all samples are checked thoroughly against specifications
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- Attend fit sessions and accurately record comments and development notes
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- Work closely with pattern makers to achieve the desired fit and garment execution
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- Ensure development timelines are achieved across multiple categories
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Collection Coordination
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- Maintain seasonal range plans and collection accuracy
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- Organise and track samples throughout development
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- Maintain fabric, trim and development libraries
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- Coordinate approvals and communicate updates with suppliers and internal teams
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- Support preparation for range reviews and sales presentations
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Development to Production Handover
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- Oversee style handover to production
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- Ensure all product information is complete and accurately handed over to Production
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- Assist in maintaining consistency and quality across all styles
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Sustainability
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- Support sustainable design and development practices throughout the collection
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- Research and recommend responsible fabrics, trims and production processes where appropriate
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About You
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You have around five years experience working within a commercial fashion brand and thrive in a rapid-paced product environment. You are highly organised, trend aware and passionate about premium product. You enjoy collaborating closely with a Creative Director and have the confidence to contribute ideas while also taking ownership of the detailed execution that brings a collection to life. This role would suit someone looking to continue developing their design career within a highly creative and supportive team.
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Skills & Experience
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- Tertiary qualification in Fashion Design
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- Approximately 5 years' experience in a womenswear design and/or product development role
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- Strong understanding of garment construction, fit and fabrication
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- Excellent trend research and market awareness
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- Experience preparing technical specification packs
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- Strong Illustrator and Adobe Creative Suite skills
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- Experience working within PLM or ERP systems (AP21 or similar preferred)
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- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
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- Strong communication and organisational skills
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- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a creative team
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Bassike is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.