Assistant CAD Artist

About the Role

Assists with print and colorway development using CAD software, including prints, embroideries, and yarn-dyes. Creates and distributes artwork documentation for presentations, production, and sourcing support materials. Serves as a liaison with Designers, Product Managers, Merchants, Color Team, and CAD Manager.

Responsibilities

• Supports Print Development Process:
  • Cleans and colors separate artwork
  • Develops print repeats and colorways
  • Chooses off-palette color standards from various libraries to be used within prints
  • Communicates print information to vendors as needed (e.g., sending files via FTP overseas, answering questions, and making artwork tweaks)
  • Manipulates and creates prints to fit with the J.Jill aesthetic
• Compiles Presentation CAD Boards:
  • Creates seasonal CAD boards for design presentations
  • Updates CAD boards with information from various teams (pricing, descriptions, fabric info, etc.)
  • Executes revisions to sketches and colors as needed
  • Inputs all artwork, textures, stitches, and weaves into silhouettes
  • Works with the CAD team to prepare seasonal presentation materials (e.g., CAD Boards, Mood Images, Color Palettes, and Presentation Packets)
  • Builds, matches, and names the color palette each season, matching to various color libraries
  • Matches color output of the CAD printer for each seasonal palette
• Maintains digital palettes in Kaledo, Photoshop, Illustrator, and PLM
• Enters detailed color information into PLM for vendor distribution and ordering purposes
• Assists in placing seasonal color orders with standard suppliers
• Maintains all CAD supplies (e.g., printer ink, paper, cardstock)
• Creates purchase orders and submits invoices

Requirements

• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Kaledo, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Knowledge of fabric and color used in apparel design
• Hand painting and illustration skills (a plus)
• Strong balance of technical and creative strengths
• Detail-oriented and extremely organized

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in CAD Design
• Minimum 2 years’ experience preferred, preferably in CAD design

Benefits

• Bonus eligible
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid long-term and short-term disability
• Generous paid time off
• Generous associate discount
• Group discounts on auto, pet, and homeowner insurance
• Discount Marketplace for travel, consumer products, food, and auto buying
• Associate resource groups

Pay

USD $30.00/Hr. - USD $32.00/Hr.

About Us

At J.Jill, we believe our associates should be seen, valued, and celebrated. We support the advancement of our associates by harnessing their unique contributions to grow and improve. Our success is guided by a culture that values keeping it simple and making it matter. J.Jill is a women-led, Boston-based lifestyle brand with 200+ stores nationwide, designing thoughtful, inspired apparel and accessories that celebrate the totality of all women. We’re entering an exciting chapter of growth—expanding our footprint, reaching new customers, and deepening long-standing relationships.