Assistant Designer

About the Role

As an Assistant Designer, you will support Design leaders in creating an assortment that aligns with brand positioning and target customers.

What You'll Do

• Build, create and maintain tech packs, trim sheets and design packages
• Ensure accurate data entry into Product Lifecycle Management
• Assist in meeting preparation and breakdown, including room setup, samples, reports and creating boards and line sheets
• Gather and analyze market and trend research
• Ensure understanding of the supported brand, foster innovation and remain updated on the competition
• Complete pre-packages as a part of the research and development process
• Additional tasks may be assigned

Required Skills

• Familiarity and moderate proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Ned Graphics, Kaledo or related program

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or related field
• Previous retail experience
• Previous experience in design or product accessory business and the competitive landscape
• Domestic travel may be required

Essential Functions

• Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the "What You'll Do" Section
• Ability to comply with dress code requirements
• Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
• Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
• Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Ability to give direction and to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others
• Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
• Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
• Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units
• Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner
• Perform work in accordance with the Physical/Cognitive Requirements section

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

• Ability to discern color