FREELANCE OPPORTUNITY – Footwear Designer (Freelance Position)
Dola and James – Bespoke Fashion & Contemporary Craft
📍 Remote / Freelance mission 📅 Duration: 4 to 6 weeks (July–August 2025) 📩 Applications to be sent to: rh@dolaandjames.com
About Dola and James
Dola and James is a contemporary fashion brand blending bespoke elegance, bold textiles, and a deep connection to African heritage. We are launching an exclusive capsule collection of original and refined footwear, and are looking for a creative and skilled footwear designer to contribute.
🎯 Mission Objective
Collaborate on the design of original footwear models (men's and/or women's), aligned with our brand identity and suitable for artisanal or semi-industrial production. The designs must combine style, comfort, strong personality, and technical feasibility.
🛠️ Expected Deliverables
- Moodboard (inspiration, textures, materials, visual references)
- Technical sketches (hand or digital – side, top, and sole views)
- Design specification sheets for prototyping
- Model variations (colors, finishes, shapes)
- Participation in final selections with our art direction team
- 2 to 3 feedback/correction rounds based on internal validation grid
🎨 Required Profile
- Proven experience in fashion or luxury footwear design
- Mastery of fashion sketching (manual or digital: Procreate, Illustrator, Clo3D, etc.)
- Strong understanding of materials, textures, and international trends
- Ability to align with a distinctive brand universe
- Portfolio or work references required
💰 Collaboration Terms
• Budget: To be discussed based on experience and scope (indicative range: €800–€1,200) • Status: Freelance / Independent contractor • Payment: 30% upon signing, 70% upon validated final delivery
📬 To Apply
Please send the following (removed) by Friday, June 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM (UTC):
- Resume or professional bio
- Portfolio (mandatory)
- Short motivation statement (5–10 lines)
- Availability and budget proposal
🖤 Why Join Dola and James?
Because we believe in fashion that tells a story, that empowers creativity, and dares to mix dreams with precision. If you want to design shoes that make a statement, come leave your mark with us.