At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage fashion design projects from development to production while collaborating with clients and factories.
- Company: Bowla Design, a creative team based in Cremorne, Melbourne.
- Benefits: Flexible freelance work, diverse fashion projects, and a collaborative design environment.
- Other info: Ideal for independent designers looking for flexible work arrangements.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make your mark in the fashion industry.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of fashion design experience and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.
The predicted salary is between 69750 - 85250 $ per year.
Bowla Design is looking for an experienced Freelance Fashion Designer to join our small team in Cremorne, Melbourne. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on product development and production management, working closely with our clients, offshore factories and suppliers. We're looking for someone with 5+ years' industry experience who is confident managing styles from development and sampling through to bulk production.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing day-to-day communication with offshore factories and suppliers
- Managing sampling, production, bulk orders and shipment timelines
- Creating and updating tech packs, specifications and grading
- Running fit sessions, preparing fit notes and communicating amendments
- Resolving production, fit and quality issues
- Responding to client and factory emails throughout the week as required
- Supporting seasonal design, sketches, colour direction and range development
About the role:
Freelance / contractor position | 2 days per week | Cremorne, VIC | Valid ABN required. Applicants must be Melbourne-based and have strong experience across fashion design, garment construction, product development, fit sessions and offshore production. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat is required. This role is best suited to an experienced designer/product developer who is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of production. It is not an entry-level or junior position.
Rate: Freelance contractor rate, based on experience.
Benefits: Flexible freelance arrangement, working within a small design team across a variety of fashion brands and collections.
Hiring process: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial interview and portfolio review. Further details about the freelance arrangement, availability and rate will be discussed during the interview process.
Applicant privacy: Information provided as part of your application will be used only for recruitment purposes and will be treated confidentially.
Freelance Fashion Designer in Melbourne employer: Bowla Design
Bowla Design offers an exceptional opportunity for a Freelance Fashion Designer to thrive in a collaborative and creative environment in Cremorne, Melbourne. With a focus on flexibility and hands-on involvement in product development, you'll enjoy the chance to work closely with diverse fashion brands while benefiting from a supportive small team culture that encourages innovation and professional growth. This role not only allows you to leverage your extensive industry experience but also provides a platform for meaningful contributions to exciting fashion projects.
