Junior Print Designer

BODEN; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand is seeking a Junior Print Designer to create innovative prints and support the womenswear team. Candidates should have a strong portfolio, CAD skills, and a passion for design. The role includes working collaboratively and managing deadlines to contribute to successful product ranges.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Admin Assistant or Design Assistant.
• Genuine passion for print, colour, and design innovation.
• Awareness of competitor brands and ability to translate trends.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative, unique prints with the Boden customer in mind.
• Support the womenswear team across the full design process.
• Manage critical path deadlines and approvals.

Skills

CAD skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Strong portfolio

Knowledge of printing processes

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Proactivity

Job description

Stylish, grounded, uplifting - these values live through everything we do at Boden. Without the collaboration, honesty and friendship between our teams, we wouldn't be where we are today. We curate a world of beauty that's ethical, inclusive - and importantly - good fun. We inspire you to live your best life. We are Boden.

Location: 3 days per week at our North Acton office

What You Will Do

• Design innovative, unique prints with the Boden customer in mind
• Support the womenswear team across the full design process, from concept to production
• Manage critical path deadlines and approvals, including strike-offs
• Upload and maintain PLM systems with tech packs, artworks, colours, and BOMs
• Research and present fresh ideas inspired by competitors, aspirational brands, and wider cultural references
• Keep a close eye on colour, print, and design trends, applying them in a Boden-appropriate way
• Present work (with manager support) and respond to trade feedback where needed
• Use Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and CAD to create professional design outputs

Overview

As a Junior Print Designer, you\'ll play a key role in supporting the Womenswear Design Team, building on your experience as a Design Admin Assistant or Assistant Designer. You\'ll take increasing ownership of your work, developing your creative voice while ensuring your designs reflect the Boden customer and brand.

Reporting into a Print Designer, you\'ll contribute to product ranges from initial concept through to production, collaborating closely with product and design teams. With a strong eye for colour, print, and emerging trends, you\'ll bring fresh ideas to the table and help deliver innovative, commercially successful designs. Positivity, resilience, and a collaborative mindset will ensure you thrive in our fast-paced, creative environment.

Please include your up-to-date portfolio when applying - applications without one cannot be considered.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Design Admin Assistant or Design Assistant, with a strong portfolio of work
• A genuine passion for print, colour, and design innovation
• Excellent CAD skills, including Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
• Good knowledge of screen, rotary, and digital printing processes
• PLM experience (advantageous but not essential)
• Organised, proactive and resilient, with strong time-management skills
• A collaborative approach and a desire to grow within a creative team
• Awareness of competitor and aspirational brands, and the ability to translate trends for Boden