Design Director

Design Director - Schumacher Classics
Role Overview
The Design Director leads product development for fabric, wallcovering, and trim, driving the overall aesthetic vision of the brand while balancing innovation, market relevance, and commercial success. This role oversees the design process from concept through production, ensuring collections reflect the company’s heritage and craftsmanship. The individual will report to the Creative Director and serve as a creative leader within the team, partnering closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with an elevated sense of style and exceptional leadership skills. Being a team-oriented person is a must.

Qualifications

8–10+ years of experience in textile design

Expert knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes and the interior design world

Proficiency in design and project management software, including Adobe Creative Suite, AVA, and SmartSheets

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional quality standards

Ability to interpret, translate, and develop designs across a variety of print and woven techniques and constructions

Exceptional eye for and sensibility toward color

Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to inspire and guide creative teams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Strong creative judgment and attention to detail, with the ability to oversee projects from concept through execution while maintaining the highest level of design excellence

Desire to stay on top of design trends

Key Responsibilities

Direct the creative vision and development of Schumacher Classic collections across fabric, wallcoverings, and trims

Drive creative concept development, color direction, pattern design, and material innovation

Ability to create original design ideas

Ability to reinterpret archival and heritage designs into elevated, commercially relevant collections for today’s market

Collaborate closely with portfolio, merchandising, sales, and marketing teams

Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure successful execution of collections

Possess a strong understanding of conventional printing techniques and complex woven constructions

Oversee all technical and creative aspects of product development, including CAD development, strike-offs, color approvals, and CFA

Lead, mentor, and develop the design team, fostering creativity, collaboration, and professional growth

Partner with senior leadership to define long-term creative strategy and product direction

Develop collections that balance artistic integrity, commercial viability, and brand vision

Present concepts and collection narratives to the executive team

Travel overseas to work onsite with vendors

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Salary Range
$130,000 – $150,000 USD

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