Fashion Design Assistant

Sarah Sykes Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion recruitment agency in London is seeking a Fashion Design Assistant to support the design team in various stages of the design process. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, and excellent organizational skills. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development within a creative and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field required.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is crucial.
• Previous internship experience in design is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update design records and sample trackers.
• Support design team in preparing for meetings and presentations.
• Create technical drawings using Adobe design software.

Skills

Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator

Excellent organizational/time management skills

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or related field

Job description

Fashion Design Assistant - Womenswear

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:

• Maintain and update design records, sample trackers, and critical paths.
• 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!