Fashion Designer in a Retail Fashion Space

Job Title: Fashion Designer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Retail / Fashion

Job Description:

• Our client, a growing brand in the retail fashion space, is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer to join their team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing original fashion concepts, translating ideas into commercially viable designs, and collaborating with production teams to bring collections to life.
• This role is perfect for someone with a strong eye for style, current fashion trends, and garment construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Select fabrics, trims, colors, and embellishments for designs.
• Maintain organized records of designs, patterns, and samples.
• Ensure timely execution of designs in line with collection timelines.
• Support styling for campaigns, lookbooks, and brand presentations when required.
• Refine and finalize designs based on feedback, market trends, and production needs.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure quality standards are met.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor offerings, and customer preferences.
• Create mood boards, sketches, and technical drawings for collections.
• Participate in fittings and oversee garment development from prototype to production.
• Work closely with marketing and sales teams to support commercial objectives.
• Develop original fashion concepts aligned with the brand’s identity and target audience.

Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail and creativity.
• Good understanding of garment construction, pattern making, and textiles.
• Strong illustration, sketching, and CAD skills (e.g., Adobe Illustrator).
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in fashion design, preferably within a ready-to-wear fashion.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current fashion trends and seasonal palettes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.