Tory Burch

Senior Designer, Ready-to-Wear Runway

Tory Burch$120K — $155K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in fashion design, with at least 4 years in luxury and/or runway apparel.
  • Strong design portfolio showcasing innovative, fashion-forward concepts and execution.
  • Excellent sketching, draping, and garment construction skills.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and Photoshop) and CAD software.
  • Strong understanding of high-end fabrics, construction techniques, and finishing.
  • Exceptional eye for color, silhouette, and detail.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Design Directors and Creative leadership on seasonal runway collections.
  • Research and interpret fashion trends into original design concepts.
  • Create detailed sketches and technical flats for garments.
  • Oversee prototype creation and fittings with patternmakers and product development teams.
  • Maintain mood boards and design documentation throughout the design process.
  • Participate in fittings and adjust designs as needed.
  • Ensure all designs meet high standards of craftsmanship and brand identity.
  • Assist in preparing looks for runway shows and special presentations.

Benefits

  • Generous health coverage options.
  • Financial security resources.
  • Wellness programs available for all team members.
  • Supportive workplace culture.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
Full Job Description
This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:
The Senior Designer, Ready-to-Wear Runway is a key creative partner for our seasonal runway collections in partnership with the Creative leads and Design Directors. This position collaborates closely with the design leads to bring runway concepts to life through trend research, sketching, draping, and garment execution. The candidate must be organized, detail oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities. They must be passionate about product and have an elevated aesthetic to match the Tory Burch Brand.

A Day in the Life:
• Collaborate with the Design Directors and Creative leadership to support and develop seasonal runway/Vogue.com collections.
• Research and interpret fashion trends, art, culture, and references into original and compelling design concepts.
• Create detailed sketches (by hand and digitally) and technical flats for garments.
• Work closely with patternmakers, sample rooms, and product development teams to oversee prototype creation and garment fittings.
• Maintain mood boards, design decks, and line sheets throughout the design process.
• Participate in fittings and make construction and design adjustments as needed.
• Ensure all designs meet the highest standards of craftsmanship, fit, and brand identity.
• Assist in preparing looks for runway shows, lookbooks, and special presentations.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitors, and emerging design practices.

To Land This Role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in fashion design, with at least 4 years in luxury and/or runway apparel
  • Strong design portfolio showcasing innovative, fashion-forward concepts and execution.
  • Excellent sketching, draping, and garment construction skills.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and Photoshop) and CAD software.
  • Strong understanding of high-end fabrics, construction techniques, and finishing.
  • Exceptional eye for color, silhouette, and detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Passionate about high fashion, storytelling, and innovation


Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:
Every style has a story and that story begins in Design. Our wildly creative team of dreamers and doers works together to bring Tory Burch's unique vision to life. At every stage of the design process, our focus is on exciting our customer with pieces that are beautiful, timeless and exquisitely crafted. Along the way, we work with world class suppliers and artisans, and partner with premier mills and manufacturers to ensure that our designs meet our exacting standards for quality. If you want to be part of an empowered and innovative group of designers, come join us!

How We Work Together
  • Adaptable - We change before we have to
  • Entrepreneurial - We own it
  • Collaborative - There's no "I" in Tory
  • Client & Brand Focused - We put ourselves in Tory's shoes
  • Live the Values - We show up for each other
  • Functional Expertise - We're constantly learning and growing


#TeamTory Values

We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.

Compensation Range
The compensation range for this position is 120,000.00 USD - 155,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.

Benefits Information

We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your heath, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Here are highlights of key benefits available to all Tory Burch members that work over 30 hours.

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