Design Assistant

A contemporary womenswear brand is seeking a Design Assistant to support the Design Director and broader design team in seasonal concepting, product execution, and cross‑functional workflow. This role is ideal for someone highly organized with strong sketching skills and interest in categories such as soft woven dresses, tops, and knits
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• Assist Design Director and team with inspiration, research, and special projects
• Support seasonal development through trim, fabric, color, and concept research
• Prepare weekly and seasonal design presentations
• Update and distribute line sheets and design documents in collaboration with Development
• Manage style naming/numbering and facilitate pass‑offs to Technical Design
• Create flats, construction details, color CADs, prints, embroidery layouts, and artwork pitching
• Communicate CAD, placement, and color updates to Development throughout the process
• Maintain organized sketch libraries and update illustrations as needed
• Assist with archiving vintage inspiration samples, artwork, and submit materials
• Help create BOMs and track reference materials
• Build collaborative cross‑functional relationships with Development and other teams

• Degree in Fashion or Apparel Design (2–4 year program)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite — Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design
• Strong sketching skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of fabrics, washes, embellishments, and basic garment construction
• Interest or experience in knitwear design preferred, not required
• Pattern making or technical knowledge a plus
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to work independently and cross‑functionally
• Strong follow‑through, time management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to foster an inclusive and respectful working environment

Entry level

Full-time

Design

Industries:
Retail Apparel and Fashion