lululemon Design Assistant, Knits | Contract until Spring 2027

lululemon; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading performance apparel company in Vancouver is seeking a Design Assistant to support the Women's Performance Knits team. The role includes assisting with design tasks, creating technical specifications, and participating in fittings. Ideal candidates will have a degree in design and familiarity with Adobe Illustrator. This hybrid position combines in-person collaboration with remote work opportunities, offering a supportive culture focused on inclusivity and innovation.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parenthood top-up

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of industry experience preferred.
• Portfolio link or PDF required.
• Experience in seamless knitwear is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Design Manager with daily tasks.
• Create flat sketches and technical specifications.
• Support in preparing presentations.
• Attend fittings and capture feedback.
• Update overview files and line sheets.
• Observe and learn from critical design work.
• Stay informed of current trends through market research.

Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop

Knowledge of knitted fabrics

Understanding of Ai design tools

Education

BA, BFA, or BS in Design

Tools

Excel

Word

Mac platforms

Job description

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The Women's Performance Knits team at Lululemon is dedicated to designing innovative, high-performance athletic apparel that seamlessly blends function, fit, and style. Working across multiple activity categories within performance, the team drives both current seasonal projects and future-focused innovations, combining creativity with deep technical expertise. Collaboration and cross-functional communication are central to their approach, partnering closely with raw materials, product development, merchandising, and technical teams. Focused on pushing boundaries through new materials, seamless construction techniques, and advanced fabrications, the team exemplifies Lululemon's commitment to quality and innovation. Lululemon fosters a culture of inclusivity, sustainability, and wellness, which deeply influences design choices and the overall brand ethos. This supportive environment fosters learning, mentorship, and personal growth, providing assistants valuable opportunities to shadow senior designers and actively contribute to the design process.

core responsibilities

Design Support : Assist the Design Manager and team with daily tasks, acting as a vital support to ensure smooth workflow.

Technical Documentation : Create flat sketches and technical specifications for styles designed by senior team members.

Presentation Preparation : Support in preparing presentations for various stages of the design process, including file setup, mock-ups, and prototypes.

Fitting Participation : Attend fittings and design/product-related meetings to capture feedback and actions.

File Management : Update overview files and line sheets to maintain accurate records.

Shadowing Design Work : Observe and learn from critical design work to develop your design perspective.

Market Research : Stay informed of current color trends, art, fashion, design, and sport-related products through market research to keep ahead of consumer needs.

qualifications

Education : A BA, BFA, or BS in Design (or equivalent) is required.

Experience : 0-2 years of industry experience is preferred.

Work Examples : Portfolio link or PDF to be submitted with application is preferred.

Technical Skills : Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is essential; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Excel, Word, and Mac platforms is also required.

Knitwear Experience : Experience and understanding of knitted fabrics and sweaters is highly beneficial, with experience in seamless knitwear considered a plus but not required.

Additional Skills : An understanding of Ai design tools is beneficial but not required.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take yourself too seriously.

additional notes

Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $55,300 - 72,600 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

Hybrid

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.