Li & Fung is seeking a highly skilled and creative Swimwear Designer to join their team, with the goal of shaping their collections and ensuring they align with both creative vision and production standards, particularly in working with licensed brands.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Swimwear Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing work with licensed brands
- Exceptional sketching skills and advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce precise technical drawings and specifications.
- Demonstrated experience building tech packs for swimwear production, including detailed construction and materials information.
- Comprehensive understanding of textiles, garment construction, and the production process, particularly in swimwear.
- Familiarity with licensing standards, compliance, and approval processes is a plus.
- A creative, trend-focused mindset with a deep understanding of customer preferences and market demands.
Responsibilities
- Design and sketch new swimwear collections and styles that align with current fashion trends and cater to the specific needs and standards of licensed brands.
- Develop concepts and designs that reflect the unique identity and target audience of each licensed brand.
- Create detailed technical drawings and specifications using Illustrator to ensure accuracy in production.
- Build thorough tech packs for each design, including measurements, materials, construction details, and licensing-specific guidelines.
- Collaborate with the design and production teams to ensure designs are production-ready and meet all brand and licensing compliance standards.
- Stay informed on the latest fashion trends and integrate them into designs while balancing the aesthetic requirements of licensed partners.
- Manage multiple design projects and deadlines simultaneously, maintaining consistency and quality across collections.
Other
- Report to the Director of Design on all deliverables.
- Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively manage relationships with internal teams and licensed brand partners.
- A creative, trend-focused mindset with a deep understanding of customer preferences and market demands.
- As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation.
