Assistant Designer, Women's Denim — Trend & Design

Madewell; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being

Associate Discount

Summer Fridays

Community Impact

Winter Break

Job summary

Madewell is seeking a Design plant to support the Denim Design team with seasonal design and product development in a hybrid work setting in New York. Collaborate on research, trend inspiration, fabric development, and prep materials for reviews.

You will create sketches, CADs, tech packs, line sheets, and presentations, maintain PLM/Miro data, and assist in fittings and meetings. Strong illustration, fashion sense, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years design experience.
• Fashion Design degree required.
• Strong illustration skills.
• Demonstrated creative sense and ability.
• Trend/fashion awareness.
• Technical sketching ability (flat and illustration) using Illustrator.
• Working knowledge of garment construction and trim.
• Garment measurement and specification experience.
• Self directed.
• Team player.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Good follow through, sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated ability to do creative, focused visual presentations.
• Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Denim Design team with seasonal design and product development.
• Assist with research, trend inspiration, fabric, wash, and trim development.
• Create and update sketches, CADs, Tech Packs, line sheets, and presentation materials.
• Maintain design information on Miro and PLM, and ensure details are accurate and up to date.
• Attend fittings and design meetings; take notes and follow up on action items.
• Help organize samples, fabrics, swatches, and design references.
• Support the team with day-to-day administrative and design needs.

Skills

Strong illustration skills

Creative sense

Trend awareness

Strong written communication

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Self-directed

Team player

Education

Fashion Design degree

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Madewell is seeking a Design plant to support the Denim Design team with seasonal design and product development in a hybrid work setting in New York. Collaborate on research, trend inspiration, fabric development, and prep materials for reviews.

You will create sketches, CADs, tech packs, line sheets, and presentations, maintain PLM/Miro data, and assist in fittings and meetings. Strong illustration, fashion sense, and communication skills are essential.