Eyewear Designer
Milano, IT
If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.
We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.
Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.
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Your role
We are looking for a Senior Eyewear Designer who will lead the design and development of eyewear collections, ensuring alignment with brand DNA and market trends. Collaborate across departments to deliver innovative and high-quality products.
Main responsibilities:
- Creative Leadership: Define and lead the creative direction of collections, translating brand identity into compelling designs.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with merchandising, product management, and R&D teams to ensure designs align with market needs and technical feasibility.
- Design Execution: Oversee the creation of sketches, prototypes, and technical drawings, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Trend Analysis: Stay updated on market trends and competitor products to inform innovative design solutions.
- Approval Process: Lead collection approval meetings, ensuring cross-departmental alignment and final validation by the Brand.
Main requirements:
- Educational Background: Degree in fashion, industrial design, or related fields.
- Experience: Minimum 7-10 years in the eyewear or luxury/fashion industry, with a proven track record in leading design projects.
- Software Skills: Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; advanced knowledge of 3D rendering tools (e.g., Rhino, KeyShot).
- Portfolio: Please attach a comprehensive portfolio showcasing relevant work or provide a link to your online portfolio.
Recruiting process
If you are selected, you will be contacted by HR Department to guide you through the specific steps for your application.
Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.
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