Maximilian Hoermann
About Maximilian Hoermann
Maximilian Hoermann is the Global Design Manager at The North Face, a VF Company, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in fashion design, having held various roles at notable companies such as Berluti, Kenzo Mode, and Courrèges.
Current Role at The North Face
Maximilian Hoermann serves as the Global Design Manager at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2019. He is based in the Greater Denver Area. In this role, he leads a team of 11 professionals in global graphics and logowear apparel design. He plays a key role in facilitating global alignment and ensuring cross-pod connectivity within the organization. His responsibilities include developing seasonal color palettes and implementing a consumer-focused design approach throughout the year. Additionally, he serves as a 3D design lead, focusing on innovative design solutions.
Previous Experience at The North Face
Prior to his current position, Maximilian Hoermann worked at The North Face as a freelance print and graphics designer for three months in 2018, during which he operated in both Berlin and the San Francisco Bay Area. Following this, he served as a design consultant for one year, from 2018 to 2019, again in the Berlin and San Francisco Bay Area. His contributions during these roles helped shape the brand's visual identity and design strategies.
Career Background in Fashion Design
Maximilian Hoermann has a diverse background in fashion design, having worked for several notable companies. He was a menswear designer at Kenzo Mode from 2014 to 2015 and previously held the position of junior designer menswear at the same company from 2011 to 2014. He also worked as a print and embroidery designer at Courrèges for two months in 2016 and as an artwork designer/illustrator at MARTINE ROSE STUDIO LIMITED for two months in the same year. Additionally, he conducted vintage research at Berluti for seven months in 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise in Fashion Design
Maximilian Hoermann studied at the University of Applied Sciences Berlin, where he achieved a degree in Fashion Design from 2008 to 2011. This educational background provided him with foundational skills and knowledge in design principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the fashion industry.
Focus on Sustainability and Design Integrity
In his current role at The North Face, Maximilian Hoermann emphasizes sustainability and integrity in design. He leads initiatives that prioritize environmentally responsible practices and aims to create authentic products that resonate with consumers. His focus on these principles reflects a commitment to advancing sustainable fashion within the industry.