Assistant Designer, Hair (Hybrid - Rosemont, IL)

Brief Description About the Role As Assistant Designer, you'll provide trend research, CAD, and sample-tracking support for the Hairs line. This is where you learn the category from the ground up. Key Responsibilities Support the Hairs Line Support the Hairs line with trend research and competitive shopping Monitor TikTok and other social platforms to support trend research for the CC Hairs line Create CAD sketches and update design files Assist with tech packs and product specifications Keep the Line Moving Maintain line sheets Organize samples, fabrics, trims, and design materials Track samples to ensure on-time delivery Stay aware of the calendar and timeline to ensure deadlines are met Support the Team Prepare mood boards, color palettes, and presentation decks Help prepare for design meetings and support presentation setups Communicate with cross-functional teams; update PLM systems and design documentation Absorb and analyze weekly sales information to apply learnings to future seasons Who You Are Organized — comfortable being the person who makes sure nothing falls through the cracks Curious about design and eager to learn CC Hairs from the ground up A budding creative problem-solver — brings ideas to the table, not just clean execution Comfortable supporting someone else's creative direction while building your own point of view Reliable under deadline pressure Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Product Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience 0–2 years of design, product development, or related experience (internships count) Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Familiarity with PLM or similar product lifecycle systems a plus Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple deadlines at once Summary Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave. Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states. Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email Benefits@claires.com. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.