Designer (Freelance) at Li & Fung | England, United Kingdom | Rezi

Designer (Freelance) at Li & Fung

Designer (Freelance)

Li & Fung · England, United Kingdom

2 days ago

Designer (Freelance)

Li & Fung · England, United Kingdom

3 days ago
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About the Role

The Designer will play a crucial role in creating innovative and commercially viable collections that meet the needs of high-street fashion brands. As a key member of the design team, this role requires a blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and strong organizational skills to collaborate effectively with the design team, account managers, offshore product development teams, and clients.

Responsibilities

  • Create and develop original designs for high-street fashion brands, incorporating current trends and customer preferences.
  • Work collaboratively with the design team to contribute to seasonal color, fabric, and micro-trend development.
  • Translate design ideas and concepts into sketches, technical drawings, and digital illustrations using design software (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
  • Partner closely with account managers and offshore product development teams to finalize seasonal collections and present them to clients.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, factories, and third parties across the Far East and Europe to ensure alignment on design goals.
  • Assist in the selection of fabrics, trims, and notions that align with the collection's aesthetic and functional requirements.
  • Conduct tests on materials to evaluate performance, durability, and suitability for intended use.
  • Generate detailed tech packs for designs, ensuring all specifications are clear and achievable.
  • Provide indirect management and support to offshore development teams, guiding them to meet design requirements and timelines.
  • Collaborate with sample makers during the development process, ensuring prototypes align with design vision and specifications.
  • Participate in fitting sessions, providing input on fit, comfort, and style adjustments.
  • Monitor the quality of samples received, ensuring they meet both design and production standards.
  • Collaborate with the quality control team to address and resolve any quality issues during production.

Requirements

  • Blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and strong organizational skills.

Skills

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop

Work Type

  • Freelance Designer
  • 4 working days per month
  • Flexible Schedule

About the Company

  • LF Fashion is a proud member of the Li & Fung family, a global leader in the design, development, and sourcing of consumer goods for the fashion and apparel industry.
  • With over 115 years of supply chain expertise, our operations encompass everything from product design and production management to quality control and shipping.
  • Our unique approach of working "As One" allows us to integrate diverse sectors of the retail market efficiently and effectively.

Equal Opportunity

  • 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, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.