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Lead Fashion Designer
Leading the Creative Vision: Lead Fashion Designer.
This role is the heart and soul of the design team. The Lead Fashion Designer oversees the entire design process, from initial inspiration to final production, with the support of a team of designers.
Main tasks
As head of the creative department, a Lead Fashion Designer's key responsibilities are:
- Conceptualize and Design Collections: Develop innovative and trend-forward clothing collections, translating creative vision into wearable designs.
- Refine & Finalize Designs: Collaborate with the design team to refine sketches, select color palettes, and finalize design details.
- Sourcing & Material Selection: Choose high-quality materials that align with the collection's concept and brand identity.
- Prototype Development: Oversee the creation of prototypes to ensure design functionality and fit.
- Collection Refinement & Approval: Provide final touches to the collection and obtain approval from stakeholders.
- Production Liaison: Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth execution of design specifications.
Required qualities
Essential Qualities for a Lead Fashion Designer:
- Visionary Leadership & Trend Expertise: Possess a strong sense of fashion with the ability to translate trends into innovative and commercially viable collections.
- Exceptional Design Skills: Demonstrate a mastery of various design techniques, including sketching, draping, and technical drawing.
- Meticulous Attention to Detail: Have a keen eye for detail to ensure flawless execution of designs and maintain brand consistency.
- Collaborative & Communication Savvy: Lead and inspire a design team, effectively communicating creative vision and collaborating with various departments during the design process.
- Strong Creative Problem-Solving: Possess the ability to overcome design challenges with innovative solutions and a willingness to adapt to ever-changing trends.
Why choose IFA Paris?
IFA Paris' specialized Creative postgraduate degrees propel you to the helm of the fashion industry: the Lead Fashion Designer. Master the art of translating trends into captivating collections, from concept development to production oversight. Develop a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of branding strategies. Harness the cutting edge technologies of our Fashion Tech Lab such as body scanners or 3D printing and shape your design vision into tangible realities. We cultivate a comprehensive skillset, fostering not only leadership but also critical thinking, collaboration, and project management – essential qualities for thriving in today's fast-paced fashion industry. IFA Paris' extensive network unlocks valuable internships with renowned fashion houses, where you'll gain practical experience alongside industry veterans. Graduate with the vision, creativity, and leadership to become a sought-after Lead Fashion Designer.