Print/Accessories Designer

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Drake\’s, founded in 1977 in London\’s East End, is a menswear brand that embodies style, taste, and quality. With a focus on Britain\’s tailoring tradition, Drake\’s creates timeless menswear using original make processes and high-quality materials. This is a full-time on-site role for a Print/Accessories Designer located in Savile Row, London.

Categories:

• Printed Accessories / Scarves / Swim shorts
• Printed + Woven Ties
• Baseball Caps
• Knitted Accessories (Hats / Gloves / Scarves)
• Socks
• Small Leather Goods (Belts / Wallets)
• Gifting

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop all seasonal accessories in line with brand identity and company strategy
• Lead and present visual research, drawing on seasonal direction and archives
• Seek new bases, finishes, and innovations to bring freshness to the range
• Collaborate with Merchandising to define collection and product breakdowns, and identify new product opportunities
• Assist in third-party accessory selection
• Create and develop prints; design in the brand\’s established handwriting
• Re-draw, manipulate, and color archival prints for seasonal options
• Manage tech packs for all products, ensuring clear communication with suppliers
• Liaise with factories and Product Development for samples, strike-offs, and color-ups
• Work with PD to ensure timely approvals and amendments with factories
• Communicate daily with print mills and suppliers to address queries, chase strike-offs, and meet deadlines
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as required to ensure team efficiency

Requirements:

• Experience in designing and developing a range of products
• Previous experience as a print designer is strongly preferred
• Strong commercial understanding and appreciation of traditional print, knit, and weave techniques
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; capable of re-drawing archival prints, producing colorways, and creating repeats
• Understanding of scale and color
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of the brand and to design and color in its handwriting
• Knowledge of competitors and market trends
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage workload effectively

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