Assistant Designer

Kohl's; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for an Assistant Designer to support design leaders in creating an assortment that aligns with brand positioning. Responsibilities include maintaining tech packs, gathering market research, and assisting in meetings. The ideal candidate should have familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design. This position is based in Menomonee Falls, WI.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with design software is essential.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, create and maintain tech packs and design packages.
• Gather market and trend research.
• Assist with meeting preparation and breakdown.

Skills

Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator

Moderate proficiency with Photoshop

Basic math skills

Basic computer operation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design

Job description

About the Role

As an Assistant Designer, you will support Design leaders in creating an assortment that aligns with brand positioning and target customers.

What You’ll Do

• Build, create and maintain tech packs, trim sheets and design packages
• Ensure accurate data entry into Product Lifecycle Management
• Assist in meeting preparation and breakdown, including room setup, samples, reports and creating boards and line sheets
• Gather and analyze market and trend research
• Ensure understanding of the supported brand, foster innovation and remain updated on the competition
• Complete pre-packages as a part of the research and development process
• Additional tasks may be assigned

What Skills You Have

Required

• Familiarity and moderate proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Ned Graphics, Kaledo or related program

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or related field
• Previous retail experience
• Previous experience in design or product accessory business and the competitive landscape
• Domestic travel may be required

Essential Functions

The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description from time to time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.

• Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” Section
• Ability to comply with dress code requirements
• Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
• Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
• Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Ability to give direction and to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others
• Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
• Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
• Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units
• Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner
• Perform work in accordance with the Physical/Cognitive Requirements section

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

• Ability to discern color