Apparel Design Director

Beloved by young trendsetters and celebrities worldwide, Cider is one of the fastest-growing Gen-Z fashion brands. Founded in 2020 and rooted in Los Angeles, we proudly serve customers in over 130 countries with a diverse range of styles from XXS to 4XL. Powered by a global team spanning 14+ countries and our vibrant #cidergang community, our Pick A Mood collections transform everyday moods into captivating style statements - engaging the next generation and redefining fast-fashion through technology, trend-driven design, and zero-inventory thinking.

About the Role

As Apparel Design Director, you will own the end-to-end design vision for our apparel product line - from seasonal concept through final sample. You'll deliver collections that capture the cultural moment while staying true to the Cider brand.

What You'll Do

• 1. Set the creative direction and design strategy for the apparel line.
• 2. Mentor the team of apparel designers globally.
• 3. Partner with merchandising, production, and planning to align on assortment, cost, and timeline.
• 4. Drive seasonal concept development, fabric selection, color palette, and key item direction.
• 5. Translate trend forecasting and customer insights into commercially successful collections.
• 6. Ensure fit, quality, and construction meet Cider standards across all categories.
• 7. Collaborate with marketing and content teams on product storytelling and launch campaigns.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 1. 7+ years of apparel design experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• 2. Deep knowledge of garment construction, fit, fabric, and manufacturing processes.
• 3. Proven ability to translate Gen-Z trend signals into commercially successful collections.
• 4. Experience working with global factories and production partners.
• 5. Portfolio demonstrating range across categories, seasons, and price points.

Nice to have:

• Experience with fast-fashion or DTC brand cadence.
• Multilingual or international brand experience.
• Hands-on pattern-making or technical design skills.