Junior Designer (TGM2114) – £26k-£27k

Tagged Resources; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of Fashion Accessories is seeking a proactive Junior Designer to join their team in a hybrid role. The position involves assisting in the creation of seasonal ranges, collaborating with brands, and researching trends to develop high-quality designs. The ideal candidate will have a design degree or relevant experience, strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Design degree preferred, or proven design background.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.
• Portfolio required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating seasonal ranges.
• Collaborate with design team and brands for cohesive collections.
• Research and interpret latest trends.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication

Time-management

Organisational skills

Education

Design degree in fashion or accessories

Job description

Location: Birmingham

Type: Permanent

Industry: Accessories

Job Ref: TGM2114

The Company:

A creative opportunity for a Junior Designer – Hybrid, to work for a leading supplier of Fashion Accessories. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is proactive with excellent attention to detail.

The Role:

• Assisting senior designers to create seasonal ranges for several categories; including women’s jewellery
• Collaborate with the design team and licenced brands to develop cohesive collections that fit brand guidelines and for fill customer requirements
• Research & interpret the latest trends from top designers & the catwalk to high street & social media trends
• Developing designs to push the boundaries across all categories whilst ensuring product is commercial & of high quality
• Producing & presenting
• Researching the latest jewellery in the market and looking at how new techniques can be applied to our brands
• Keeping up to date with the latest innovations
• Liaising with Far East factories on new techniques or design ideas
• Creating detailed CAD’s & artwork for the team and Far East suppliers to use
• Follow designs closely throughout the development process to ensure products are to the highest standards and key dates are hit
• Mocking and organising samples for meetings with customers
• Gaining a clear understanding of pricing & commercial awareness
• Working in line with seasonal critical paths to ensure deadlines are met

Requirements:

• Design degree in fashion or accessories preferable, but not essential if have a proven design background from previous roles
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite predominantly Illustrator & Photoshop.
• Portfolio required
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure and within the design team
• Confident with fashion trends and researching new and upcoming trends/patterns/materials/key colours etc
• Excellent organisational, time-management and communication skills
• Basic understanding of Microsoft excel