Assistant Designer
Horizontal Talent · San Francisco, CA · Yesterday
On-siteInformation Technology$22–$37/hrContract
Responsibilities
- Research global markets to identify emerging trends, silhouettes, fabrics, yarns, techniques, and competitive inspiration.
- Support the development of seasonal concepts, sketches, and product ideas.
- Create and update tech packs, CADs, and design packages based on project priorities.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to help ensure fit, quality, and design intent are executed effectively.
- Juggle multiple seasons and deadlines in a highly collaborative, fast-moving environment.
- Apply an elevated eye for style, color, and aesthetics to help translate trends for the target customer.
- Use structured assignments to revise sketches and complete design documentation as needed.
Requirements
- Experience or strong foundational knowledge in fashion or apparel design.
- Working knowledge of silhouette, fit, fabrication, construction, color, sewing techniques, and trims.
- Strong proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
- Clear communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow priorities and deadlines.
Skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced retail or fashion environment.
- Portfolio or examples that demonstrate sketching, CAD work, and design development.
- Ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities and seasonal timelines.
- Comfort working onsite and partnering closely with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced retail or fashion environment.
- Portfolio or examples that demonstrate sketching, CAD work, and design development.
- Ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities and seasonal timelines.
- Comfort working onsite and partnering closely with cross-functional teams.
Pay
The pay range for this role is $22 - $37 per hour based on qualifications and experience.