Design Intern - Knitwear

Design Responsibilities

• Exploring and developing CAD skills (Prints, Color, Trend reports, Technical flats, Presentation line sheets)
• Researching and analyzing trends in Color, Print, Pattern. Stitch, Yarn and Embellishment.
• Seasonal Retail Reports (Researching retail and cultural trends, follow up and presentation)
• Creating mood and concept boards using Runway, relevant Social Media and Design Research
• Spec’ing (measurements, layouts, yarn and color) and participation in technical fittings
• Sourcing (Yarn, Buttons, Beads, Trims and other Design components)
• Shopping, logging and returning conceptual Buy Samples and styling& altering silhouettes as needed
• Visual Merchandising including showroom set ups & styling for presentations, validation handouts & look-books for customers
• Attending Team meetings and Account presentations
• Compiling tech packs, master sheets and drawing layouts to send to Hong Kong Team

Administrative

• Entering data into various systems and ensuring the integrity of the information
• Formatting documents (Powerpoint, Word, Excel)
• Performing general support duties including photocopying, organizing materials (binders, files, folders, filing etc), maintaining spec and sourcing folders
• Daily communication with Hong Kong office via email including sending out styles
• Sending packages to accounts as necessary
• Maintaining showrooms and closets

Requirements

• Ability to use initiative
• Professional, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong CAD skills – Photoshop and Illustrator
• Detail orientated
• Good multi-tasker
• Willingness to learn and dedication
• Understanding of knitted garment construction
• Building strong relationship with peers
• Full Time role – 5 days/week
• Adhere to company dress policy