Assistant Designer

An emerging women's contemporary fashion brand is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Designer to support the soft wovens design team. This role will assist with seasonal design development, research, and the creation of sketches and technical materials that help bring the collection to life. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and eager to learn within a fast-paced, collaborative design environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a junior designer to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the creative process from concept through development. Must be strong with hand sketching.

This is a full-time, in-office position within a fast-paced and creative apparel environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of seasonal women's woven apparel collections
• Create hand sketches and technical design sketches to support the design process
• Conduct trend research, fabric inspiration, and concept exploration
• Help prepare design boards, presentations, and development materials
• Support designers throughout the product development process
• Maintain organized design files and materials
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timelines are met
• Assist with multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail

Requirements

• Strong hand sketching ability with a confident fashion design aesthetic
• Interest or experience in women's woven apparel
• Ability to assist with trend research and seasonal concept development
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced fashion design environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Genuine passion for fashion design and apparel development