Design Assistant

UMENCO TALENT PTY LTD; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary womenswear brand based in Sydney is seeking a Design Assistant. The role requires expertise in apparel design and technical proficiency, managing seasonal collections, and collaborating with creative teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Fashion Design or garment construction and must be proficient in Illustrator and Excel. This position offers a chance to join a dynamic culture focused on collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple seasonal collections.
• Keen eye for fabric, colour, and digital artwork.
• Strong understanding of garment construction.

Responsibilities

• Research and contribute creative ideas for seasonal collections.
• Source new fabrics and trims.
• Liaise with global suppliers for seamless execution of design concepts.

Skills

Apparel design

Technical proficiency

Proficiency in Illustrator

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Fashion Design or garment construction background

Job description

This noted womenswear brand is a leader in the Australian fashion landscape. Its pieces are luxurious and fashion-forward, and its collections balance contemporary design intelligence with timeless construction.

Role Overview

UMENCO is recruiting a Design Assistant for a contemporary womenswear brand who are a leader in the Australian fashion landscape.

In this role, the Design Assistant will have an expertise in apparel design and technical proficiency across various categories. With a background in Fashion Design or garment construction, the successful talent will manage multiple seasonal collections simultaneously and possess a keen eye for fabric, colour and digital artwork. Proficiency in Illustrator and Excel is essential.

As the Design Assistant, the successful talent will work closely with the Creative Directors and Design Managers to research and contribute creative ideas, ensuring seasonal collections reflect the brand’s vision.

Additionally, you will work cross-functionally with teams across the business to gather insights on consumer preferences and sales patterns, driving our commercial success. This role also involves sourcing new fabrics and trims, managing artwork development, and supporting the creation of detailed CADs and tech packs.

With a strong understanding of garment construction and excellent communication skills, the successful talent will liaise with global suppliers to ensure seamless execution of design concepts.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an ever evolving brand whose dynamic culture focuses on collaboration and innovation.

Location

Sydney, Australia

Apply

To confidentially explore this opportunity, please reach out to Angela and the UMENCO team at [e-mail].