Assistant Designer

Gap Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Inc. New York is seeking a junior women's RTW designer to support concept through final sample. You’ll sketch, develop CADs, and help build mood boards, color palettes, and presentation materials to communicate design ideas.

Collaborating with Design, Production, Tech Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and cross-functional teams, you’ll gain exposure to fit, fabrication, and construction while refining a personal design point of view grounded in brand identity.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of women's RTW design experience (internships or assistant roles preferred).
• Strong eye for color, proportion, and detail with an emerging design point of view.
• Basic understanding of silhouette, fit, fabrication, and garment construction.
• Interest in tailoring and structured product a plus.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator with working knowledge of CADs and technical flats.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and openness to feedback.
• Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn within a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Research global markets, trends, and cultural references to support seasonal design direction.
• Support design and development of styles from concept through final sample.
• Assist in developing concepts, sketches, and CADs aligned with seasonal direction.
• Contribute to mood boards, color palettes, and presentation materials to communicate design ideas.
• Assist in fabric and trim selection, developing an understanding of material, texture, and end use.
• Create and update sketches and CADs (color, proportion, detail refinements, revisions).
• Support fittings by capturing notes and assisting with design updates and revisions.
• Partner with Production and Tech Design to support tech pack development and maintain design intent.
• Build collaborative relationships with Merchandising, Sourcing (GIS), Production, and cross-functional teams.
• Ask thoughtful questions and seek feedback to build understanding of product and process.
• Maintain organization across design boards, trackers, and seasonal development tools.
• Manage reference samples, materials, and studio organization.
• Support special projects and cross-functional collaborations as needed.

Skills

Color & proportion eye

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

CADs & technical flats

Job description

About the Role

In this role, you will be part of a creative, fast-paced environment focused on building product that feels relevant, thoughtful, and aligned with the brand. You will support the design and development process from concept through final sample, contributing to the creation of product through sketching, research, and material exploration.
You will work closely with cross-functional partners to bring ideas to life, gaining exposure to fit, fabrication, and construction. This role requires curiosity, strong attention to detail, and a developing point of view grounded in both trend and brand identity.

What You'll Do

• Research global markets, trends, and cultural references to support seasonal design direction
• Support design and development of styles from concept through final sample
• Assist in developing concepts, sketches, and CADs aligned with seasonal direction
• Contribute to mood boards, color palettes, and presentation materials to communicate design ideas
• Assist in fabric and trim selection, developing an understanding of material, texture, and end use
• Create and update sketches and CADs (color, proportion, detail refinements, revisions)
• Support fittings by capturing notes and assisting with design updates and revisions
• Partner with Production and Tech Design to support tech pack development and maintain design intent
• Build collaborative relationships with Merchandising, Sourcing (GIS), Production, and cross-functional teams
• Ask thoughtful questions and seek feedback to build understanding of product and process
• Maintain organization across design boards, trackers, and seasonal development tools
• Manage reference samples, materials, and studio organization
• Support special projects and cross-functional collaborations as needed

Who You Are

• 1–3 years of women's RTW design experience (internships or assistant roles preferred)
• Strong eye for color, proportion, and detail with an emerging design point of view
• Basic understanding of silhouette, fit, fabrication, and garment construction
• Interest in tailoring and structured product a plus
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator with working knowledge of CADs and technical flats
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and openness to feedback
• Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn within a cross-functional team