TREND AND DESIGN DIRECTOR | RELOCATE TO L.A!
Are you ready to step into a role that not only challenges your creative leadership but also offers the chance to shape the future of fashion for millions worldwide? As the Trend & Design Director, you will lead a dynamic, high-performing team at the forefront of fashion innovation. This is your opportunity to shape and define trends, drive design excellence, and be a key driver of success for one of the most influential brands in the industry. If you’re a seasoned design leader with a strategic vision and a passion for pushing the envelope, this is the career move you’ve been waiting for.
Why This Role Is a Game-Changer for Your Career
This is a rare opportunity to join a global fashion powerhouse and take your leadership skills to new heights. You will have the autonomy to innovate and lead design strategies for a brand that’s consistently ahead of the curve. As Trend & Design Director, you will be the architect of the brand’s design direction, overseeing collections that resonate with a diverse, fashion-forward audience. This is your chance to work at the intersection of creativity, commerce, and leadership in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.
Why Join This Fashion Powerhouse?
A Culture of Innovation and Inclusion: Join a brand that’s breaking the mold in fashion, with a commitment to diversity, creativity, and innovation. You’ll lead a team in an environment that thrives on new ideas and experimentation.
Career-Defining Opportunity: This role offers the chance to shape the future of a global brand. Your leadership will set the direction of the business, influencing its growth and success for years to come.
Global Reach: Be part of a brand that influences fashion trends worldwide, with millions of followers and customers. Your work will have a lasting impact on the industry.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development to help you grow in your career.
Ready to Lead the Future of Fashion?
If you’re an experienced and visionary design leader, this is your chance to make a real impact. Take the next step in your career by leading the creative future of an internationally recognized fashion brand. Apply now!
If you're interested in hearing more about this position please send your CV to jade@whointhezoo.com.au to organise a confidential chat.
Hiring Consultant: JADE
Job Code: 950752
Please note only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application.
RESPONSIBILITIES +
What You’ll Do As the Trend & Design Director, you will be the visionary behind seasonal collections, responsible for forecasting trends, leading design execution, and driving innovation across a wide range of product categories. You will lead a team of talented designers, buyers, and forecasters, ensuring that the collections you develop are not only trend-right but also commercially successful. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you’ll influence both the design process and the broader strategic direction of the business.
REQUIREMENTS +
- Leadership Experience: 10+ years of experience in fashion design, with a proven track record of success in a fast-paced, global environment. You must be ready to lead and inspire a talented team of creatives and strategists.
- Trend Expertise: Deep knowledge of global fashion trends, social media, and cultural movements, with the ability to translate insights into compelling, market-ready collections.
- Technical Skill: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Design Software, and emerging technologies. Experience with AI tools and trend forecasting platforms is a plus.
- Visionary Leadership: Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of design excellence and creativity.