Anthropologie Temporary Assistant Designer - Dresses

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a passionate Assistant Temporary Designer in Philadelphia to support the dress team. This role involves collaborating on design development projects, managing fit sessions, and contributing to innovative product solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong apparel construction knowledge and be proficient in CAD software. Benefits include comprehensive perks such as medical, dental, and generous employee discounts.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Generous employee discounts

Retirement savings

Qualifications

• Exceptional communicator with cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experienced in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
• Ability to develop innovative design solutions.
• Knowledge of garment washes and dyeing techniques.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of the dress team.
• Execute assigned design development projects.
• Prepare development packages and coordinate communication.
• Manage weekly fit sessions with the design team.
• Conduct trend research and forecast design direction.

Skills

Effective cross-functional collaboration

Strong team player

Creative and strategic thinking

Deep technical knowledge of apparel construction

Understanding of fabrics and trims

Skilled in trend research and forecasting

Proficient in CAD software

Job description

Anthropologie is looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Temporary Designer to join our innovative and collaborative team. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in supporting the design and development of our dress team. Partnering closely with the Designer, you’ll contribute to the creation and sourcing of compelling product that reflects our brand’s unique aesthetic and speaks to the heart of our customer.

Role Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Designer and Director of Sourcing to support and maintain the seasonal development calendar.
• Execute assigned design development projects as directed by the Design Director or Designer.
• Prepare development packages and coordinate all related communication and follow-up in partnership with the Design Coordinator.
• Oversee the development and execution of trim packages to ensure design integrity and consistency.
• Create and maintain spec sheets for all garment bodies, clearly communicating fit and construction details to the Technical Design team. Complete all technical sketches for both domestic and international programs.
• Manage weekly fit sessions, ensuring the Design, Merchandising, and Production (DMM) team is present and actively engaged in the process. Any significant design changes must receive DMM approval prior to updates being made to the spec.
• Play an active role in weekly Design Flow Meetings—take detailed notes and follow up on all outstanding items to ensure alignment and progress across teams.

Role Qualifications

• Exceptional communicator with a proven track record of effective cross-functional collaboration across Buying, Production, and Design teams.
• Strong team player who thrives in fast-paced, highly collaborative environments.
• Creative and strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to develop innovative, cost-effective design solutions that align with brand and business objectives.
• Deep technical knowledge of apparel construction across knit, woven, and/or sweater categories.
• Comprehensive understanding of fabrics, trims, and material applications, with a keen eye for quality and detail.
• Well-versed in fabric treatments, garment washes, and dyeing techniques, bringing depth and character to product development.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production methods for knit, woven, and/or sweater apparel.
• Skilled in trend research and forecasting, with the ability to anticipate color, fabric, and design direction 9–12 months ahead of the season.
• Strong ability to identify and translate emerging fashion and cultural trends into concepts that resonate with the Anthropologie customer.
• Proficient in CAD software, with the ability to clearly communicate design concepts through precise and visually compelling technical sketches.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.