Design Assistant - #1794787

Job description

Do you want to be part of a dynamic & fast growing business? We are seeking a motivated and creative Design Assistant to support the design team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent fashion or textile graduate - looking to gain hands-on experience in the headwear and accessories industry working with well known brands.

The successful applicant will need to be enthusiastic, organised and be able to work at a fast pace. You must be able to work well in a team but also have good initiative to work alone, be able to manage tasks effectively, have good attention to detail.

Responsibilities/tasks

• Assist in the development of seasonal collections across men’s and women’s headwear and soft accessories.
• Support the design team with mood boards, range building and product development.
• Organise and maintain fabric, trim, and sample libraries
• Help prepare for client meetings, presentations, and showroom dressing & organisation.
• Provide admin support to the design & product development teams, such as the photographing and logging of samples, chasing factories by e-mail etc.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Fashion/Textiles or related field
• A keen interest in accessories and headwear
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• CAD skills (Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop) are a plus, but not essential
• Positive, proactive and eager to learn

Benefits

• An entry-level role in a fast-paced, creative environment
• Diverse role of working with heritage brands and high street contracts.
• Mentoring and exposure to all stages of product development.
• 25 days holiday, plus band holidays
• Bupa cashplan
• Working hours are 8am-4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8am-1pm on Friday

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Please be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.

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