Freelance Womenswear Designer (fully remote, long term)

A fast growing supplier is seeking a multi-product womenswear designer (wovens, jerseys, knits, denims) to join their business. The role is 100% remote based with some travel to meet buyers. Customers include Sainsburys, Tesco, NEXT etc.  

Womenswear Designer- The Role

• Designing strong, bestselling commercial ranges for UK high street retailers across multi product womenswear categories

• Being aware of current trends and producing mood/direction boards, keeping up to date with latest colours, concepts and key shapes.

• Preparing designs/ technical detailed packs and artwork for sampling.

• Working closely with the Buyers and the Sales team, attending meetings, and presenting trends, cads and samples.

• Following designs from the first sample stage through to production.

• Maintaining the company identity and developing its product portfolio.

• Working closely with the Buyers and the Sales team, attending meetings, and presenting trends, cads and samples.

• Liaise with overseas factories, merchandising and QA.

Person specification:

• At least 5 years of design experience across multi product young trend led fashion.

• To be proficient on Mac in Illustrator and Photoshop with strong CAD skills.

• Ability to think outside the box and design commercial, creative multiproduct.

• Good communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels.

• Good team player, highly motivated and inspiring.

• Supplier or Branded experience