Fashion Designer

Are you a talented Print / Fashion Designer with a knack for innovative prints and patterns? Join our friendly team at Panda Sourcing Ltd and help shape unique clothing collections for popular high-street stores and online retailers.

Print / Fashion DesignerWashington, Tyne and Wear, NE37 2SH

• Part time, flexible up to 25 hours per week
• Maternity cover (Approx. 8 months)
• £26,000 -£28,000 per annum depending on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Panda Sourcing Ltd has been a trusted clothing supplier for over 20 years, working with some of the UK's favourite high-street and online retailers. Known for our creativity, quality, and reliability, we specialise in diverse clothing ranges, primarily focused on womenswear, with projects also in children’s and menswear.

Our small, dedicated team fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, making it the perfect place to grow and share ideas.

The Role

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented Print/Fashion Designer to join us on a maternity cover contract. Working closely with our design team, you’ll develop innovative prints, patterns, and detailed design concepts that resonate with today’s trends and exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct trend research and create inspiring mood boards
• Design and develop clothing concepts with a focus on placement prints and all-over pattern design
• Produce detailed tech packs to ensure accurate costing and sampling for factories
• Develop precise size charts and maintain workbooks in Excel
• Collaborate with factories on design adjustments as needed
• Liaise with clients to understand their vision and provide constructive feedback
• Organise and maintain artwork files within our SharePoint system
• Manage multiple design projects to meet tight deadlines and quality standards

Benefits:

Working with Panda Sourcing means joining a close-knit team that values creativity, collaboration, and growth. This role offers a unique chance to work on diverse projects, with flexible hours to support a work-life balance.

The Ideal Candidate:

You’re an adaptable, confident designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can bring any design brief to life with flair and precision.

• Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field
• Advanced skills in all-over print design and placement prints
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong graphic design skills with a commercially viable aesthetic
• Knowledge of garment construction and size chart creation
• Proficient in Excel for developing and managing size charts

We’re excited to see how your designs can add value to our clients and bring fresh perspectives to our collections!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Print Designer, Textile Designer, Graphic Designer, Pattern Designer, Apparel Designer, Clothing Designer, Fashion Illustrator, Design Technician, Fashion Consultant, Garment Technician.