Free People Assistant Design Coordinator - Intimates

About the Role

Free People is seeking an Assistant Design Coordinator to support the Design Team with administrative duties and tasks in the creation, development, and execution of own brand product.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active role in weekly CFT Meetings, take notes, and manage follow-up communication on outstanding issues in collaboration with Design.
• Support the seasonal development calendar in partnership with design, buying, technical design, and PD/production.
• Help organize design tools and propose new processes to help the design team meet upcoming deadlines.
• Execute specific design development projects as assigned by Design, managing development status and tracking of trim and artwork packages.
• Own style number and tech pack creation for all market styles, as well as daily updates on class style trackers.
• Assist Design with BOM updates throughout the product lifecycle.
• Partner with CFTs on the status of styles in development daily to ensure product execution meets design specifications and stays on track.
• Prepare development packages and participate in follow-up communication related to each package.
• Review incoming garments with Designer and CFT partners to ensure they align with original intent and brand standards.
• Assist in sample preparation for monthly sketch and sample review meetings by collaborating on innovative presentations for Buyers and Brand leaders.
• Perform special tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and passion for a fast-paced environment.
• Proactiveness and self-motivation.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft platforms.
• Strong and effective communication skills to interact with designers, buyers, and other CFT partners.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to reprioritize as needs shift during the development process.
• Entry-level technical knowledge of apparel construction and design processes.
• Ability to clearly communicate.

Skills

• Design tools knowledge (nice to have): PLM, Figma, Generative AI Assistants (Gemini, Claude).

Location

On-site in person, 5 days a week in Philadelphia, PA.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Generous employee discounts.
• Retirement savings plan.

For additional information, visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits.