Senior Fashion Designer Job at Edikted in Los Angeles

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Fashion Designer to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction of our fast-growing Gen-Z fashion brand. The Senior Designer is responsible for developing 45–60 innovative, trend-forward, and cost-effective products across assigned categories each month , managing the process from concept to final sample. This role serves as a key leader within the design team—managing daily workflow and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment with Edikted’s vision and seasonal goals.

Reporting to the VP of Fashion and Product Design, the Senior Designer will balance trend-driven insights with original, brand-right creativity , guiding collections from concept through execution. This leader will mentor junior designers, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, and help define the evolving DNA of the brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate seasonal concepts and reference inspiration into cohesive, commercially viable products across multiple categories, including knits, wovens, tops, bottoms, dresses, and outerwear.
• Conduct ongoing market research, staying informed on emerging silhouettes, fabrics, and cultural conversations through social media, pop culture, and global fashion influences.
• Proactively source new fabrics, trims, and materials ahead of each season; present selections to the VP of Design and Trend Team.
• Create and oversee detailed tech packs that clearly communicate design intent, construction, and finish details for execution by development teams.
• Lead and support proto fittings for all adopted styles, maintaining design integrity while incorporating cross-functional feedback from Buyers and internal teams.
• Manage the seasonal calendar, sample tracking, and development milestones , proactively flagging risks and opportunities to keep the design process on track.
• Troubleshoot issues in partnership with leadership while supporting junior designers in problem-solving.
• Maintain consistent, proactive communication with cross-functional partners, including the China development team, Production, and Creative.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback, skill-building support, and career development opportunities.
• Play a key role in evolving the brand’s design DNA , ensuring collections reflect both commercial success and forward-thinking creativity.

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