SENIOR DESIGNER Are you a visionary designer ready to redefine outerwear?
At Cukovy, we believe in blending bold creativity with functionality and a big touch of fun to create standout pieces for the modern wardrobe.
We're on the hunt for a Designer who shares our passion for innovation and can help us bring our designs to life.
Role Description: As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to shape our upcoming collections by: Trend Research: Analyze current fashion trends, market demands, and consumer preferences using fashion forecasting tools and reports.
Mood Board Creation: Develop mood boards that define the theme, color palette, and inspiration for upcoming collections.
Competitor Analysis: Review competitors' new collections, marketing strategies, and design elements.
Design Brief Preparation: Prepare and finalize the concept for the upcoming collection.
Sketching: Create initial sketches and digital illustrations for the upcoming collection, including technological drawings in Illustrator.
Material Sourcing: Research and select fabrics, trims, and embellishments.
Color and Fabric Finalization: Work with the sourcing team to finalize color swatches and fabric choices, including prints for the upcoming collection and applications for prints by setting up the print file.
Prototyping: Test the model using a modeler.
Collaborate with pattern makers and tailors to create prototypes of key designs.
Determine feather quantity using a modeler, fit prototypes, and give the finished sample to the production manager.
Make pattern adjustments with the modeler.
Sample Evaluation: Review prototypes and make necessary adjustments to fit, silhouette, and detailing.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate with marketing, production, and merchandising teams for alignment on the collection.
Final Tech Packs: Create detailed technical packs for production, including measurements, materials, and construction details.
Accessory Design: Develop complementary accessories (e.g., bags, hats, towels) if part of the collection.
Marketing Prep: Collaborate with the marketing team to plan campaign visuals, lookbooks, and runway presentations.
Retail Coordination: Work with merchandisers to plan in-store displays or online visuals for the upcoming collection and create a creative concept for a Popup event.
Social Media Engagement: Collaborate with the social media team for design insights and promotional content.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: Lead and create fresh collections that push the boundaries of design.
We are looking for a highly creative individual who can position the brand.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate, talented team where teamwork and employee wellness are valued.
Global Market: Modern design concepts to make an impact in the global market, from Europe to Asia to North America.
Brand Extension: The exciting opportunity to lead the brand into its extension into the Summer Season.
Remote Work: Availability to travel to our HQ in Budapest.
What We're Looking For: 3-4 years of professional experience in the outerwear market.
Proven experience in outerwear design, with a strong portfolio to showcase your skills.
Knowledge of technical fabrics, multi-functional designs, and innovative construction techniques.
A passion for pushing creative boundaries while staying in tune with market trends.
Team player.
How to Apply: Submit your application through the FashionJobs platform by sending your CV and portfolio.
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