Senior Apparel Designer

About This Role

Position Title: Senior Apparel Designer

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: up to 18K AED inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

Job Location: Dubai, UAE

About the Client:

A Dubai-based enterprise, with a continuously growing portfolio of various industries including luxury fashion, couture accessories, and lifestyle brands.

Job Description:

• Conduct in-depth research on global fashion trends, fabrics, colours, and silhouettes. Work closely with merchandisers and buyers to align designs with commercial objectives.
• Develop detailed tech packs, sketches, and specifications for sampling and production. Source and select appropriate fabrics, trims, and materials based on design and cost targets
• Oversee sampling process, fittings, and approvals to ensure product accuracy and consistency. Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to ensure design feasibility and quality standards design and develop seasonal apparel collections aligned with brand identity and market trends
• Design and develop seasonal apparel collections aligned with brand identity and market trends

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field, with strong skills in fabric selection, garment construction, and pattern making
• Proven experience in the Dubai/UAE fashion retail market, including working with local and international factories and production units
• Solid understanding of costing, product lifecycle, manufacturing processes, and retail calendars
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop) with a keen eye for detail, colour, and aesthetics