Junior Design Assistant

Blacksmith Store; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based role in Northamptonshire

Portfolio development opportunities

Job summary

Blacksmith Store is a UK based menswear retailer focused on affordable, durable goods for daily wear. We are seeking a Junior Design Assistant to join our Northamptonshire team, supporting CAD work, branding and digital content alongside a small, collaborative team.

You will translate briefs into high-quality artwork, with a keen eye for fashion and branding. A hands-on, proactive mindset and willingness to learn are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
• Experience creating and amending CAD drawings and technical illustrations.
• Strong attention to detail and good presentation.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow briefs and brand guidelines.
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Create, update and amend product CADs and technical drawings.
• Prepare and maintain product guides with accuracy.
• Create and update labels, swing tags, packaging and branded materials.
• Produce product linesheets, catalogues, lookbooks and presentations.
• Prepare artwork for marketing campaigns and digital content.
• Support website updates with imagery, banners and content.
• Resize and prepare artwork for print and digital use.
• Adapt existing brand assets to brand guidelines.
• Maintain design files, templates and product documentation.
• Provide general design support to the wider team.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

CAD drawings

Branding

Time management

Tools

Shopify

Job description

Blacksmith Store is a UK based menswear retailer focussed on fairly priced, hard wearing goods for daily use. We operate a number of in-house brands as well as import exclusive branded goods with a focus on USA and Japanese manufactured workwear and blanks.

Our design, office and fulfilment HQ is located in Northamptonshire. We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and detail-oriented Junior Design Assistant to join our growing team.

Location: Northamptonshire, UK (Office-Based)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Salary: Dependent on experience

About the Role

Junior Design Assistant

Blacksmith Store is a UK based menswear retailer focussed on fairly priced, hard wearing goods for daily use. We operate a number of in-house brands as well as import exclusive branded goods with a focus on USA and Japanese manufactured workwear and blanks.

Our design, office and fulfilment HQ is located in Northamptonshire. We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and detail-oriented Junior Design Assistant to join our growing team.

Location: Northamptonshire, UK (Office-Based)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Salary: Dependent on experience

About the Role

This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day design requirements of the business, working across product CADs, graphic design, branding and digital content.

Working closely with the team, you will be responsible for translating existing designs and briefs into accurate, high-quality artwork and supporting materials.

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in fashion and design, strong technical design skills, excellent attention to detail and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, update and amend product CADs and technical drawings based on supplied designs and specifications.

• Prepare and maintain product guides, ensuring accuracy and consistency across product ranges.

• Create and update labels, swing tags, packaging and branded materials.

• Produce and maintain product linesheets, catalogues, lookbooks and presentations.

• Prepare artwork and graphics for marketing campaigns, social media and email communications.

• Support website updates, including product imagery, banners and digital content.

• Resize, edit and prepare artwork for print and digital use.

• Adapt existing brand assets in line with established brand guidelines.

• Maintain organised and up-to-date design files, templates and product documentation.

• Provide general design support to the wider team as required.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• A keen interest in fashion, design and branding.

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.

• Experience creating and amending CAD drawings and technical product illustrations.

• Strong attention to detail and a good eye for visual presentation.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to follow briefs and work within established brand guidelines.

• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively within a small team.

Desirable

• Experience preparing print-ready artwork.

• Experience using website platforms such as Shopify.

• Understanding of product documentation, linesheets and design presentations.

• Previous experience within a fashion, lifestyle or product-led business.

Previous industry experience is not essential. We welcome applications from recent graduates and junior-level candidates with the relevant technical skills and a genuine enthusiasm for fashion and design.

About You

You will be someone who enjoys working in a busy, creative environment and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

You are organised, adaptable and comfortable supporting a variety of tasks, from technical product artwork through to branding and digital design.

Most importantly, you have a genuine passion for fashion and design, are eager to develop your skills and are comfortable working from established creative direction.

What We Offer

• A varied, hands-on role across product design, branding and digital content.

• The opportunity to work closely with the team in a growing business.

• Exposure to a broad range of commercial design projects.

• Opportunities to develop your technical and professional skills.

• A collaborative, office-based working environment in Northamptonshire.

Notes

• Your portfolio should include examples of CAD drawings or technical product illustrations, alongside graphic design, branding or layout-based work.