Textile Design Director

Overview

Elevate your career by shaping the aesthetic vision of a thriving e-commerce brand specializing in home décor. As the Director of Textile Design, you’ll lead a talented team, driving innovation and design excellence for a range of home products. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in expanding the brand’s product portfolio and captivating customers with visually stunning creations.

As a Design Director, you will:

• Spearhead the design and development of seasonal and core products, ensuring alignment with the brand’s vision and roadmap.
• Collaborate with the VP of Design to curate a diverse and compelling product portfolio that enhances brand appeal and resonates with customers.
• Partner with the product and leadership teams to identify and evaluate new product opportunities.
• Develop inspiring mood boards that translate design concepts into tangible product ideas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain design consistency and uphold brand standards.
• Cultivate strong relationships with the design and product development teams to create unique collections and ensure timely product delivery.
• Oversee the creation of production-ready textile design files and meticulously evaluate strike-offs for color and design accuracy.
• Manage project timelines, prioritize tasks, proactively identify potential risks, and effectively communicate project updates.
• Provide strategic guidance and project management for both short-term and long-term design initiatives.

Must-Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in a senior design role, preferably within the home furnishings or textile industry
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Proven experience leading, motivating, and mentoring high-performing teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead design projects from concept to completion
• Ability to work independently and proactively address challenges
• Data-driven decision-making skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-Haves:

• A strong passion for home and textile design, particularly rug design
• Expertise in various textile constructions, including woven, knitted, and embroidered

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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