Fashion Design Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high street fashion supplier is hiring a Design Assistant in Cambridge. This full-time, office-based role involves supporting design processes and contributing to creative projects. Ideal for candidates with a degree in Fashion or Graphic Design who are eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic fashion environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field required.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
• Understanding of garment construction and textiles.

Responsibilities

• Support design team in meetings and presentations.
• Create technical drawings and mood boards.
• Stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

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Leading High Street Fashion Supplier - London

Full time / permanent - office based 5 days per week

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Assistant to join our creative team. The Design Assistant will provide essential support to our design team, assisting in various stages of the design process from concept development to final samples. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about design to gain hands-on experience and contribute to exciting projects in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the design team in preparing for meetings, presentations & fits.
• Assist in racking rooms for customer and internal meetings; this includes steaming samples
• Assist in sourcing trims, and other materials for sample development.
• Create technical drawings using Adobe design software.
• Assist in compiling mood boards, colour palettes, and material swatches for design presentations
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor analysis

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator
• Knowledge of garment construction, textiles & manufacturing processes.
• Excellent organizational/time management skills to prioritise tasks in a fast paced environment
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate effectively in a team.
• Previous internship or entry-level experience in design or related field.

Fantastic opportunities for professional development and growth within the company in a creative and collaborative work environment!