Senior Fashion Designer

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. 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.Qualifications & Skills