Design Assistant

Retrofête Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision)

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Family leave

Job summary

Retrofête Inc. in New York seeks a Design Assistant to provide day-to-day organizational and administrative support to the Design team during the seasonal design and development process.

You will maintain samples, fabrics, trims, reference materials, and design assets; help prepare for fittings, generate decks, and keep digital files up to date, enabling the team to work efficiently. The role requires strong organizational skills, good communication, and a proactive, collaborative attitude in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design preferred.
• Previous internship or entry-level experience in contemporary or luxury fashion design.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, color, and development process.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Design team throughout the seasonal calendar.
• Maintain organization of the Design studio, including samples, fabrics, trims, and reference materials.
• Organize, label, track, and maintain samples for reviews, fittings, meetings, and photoshoots.
• Assist with preparation for fittings, including pulling samples and documenting updates.
• Update sketches, CADs, colorways, and other design documents.
• Support digital design file organization and easy access to information.
• Create and update presentation decks and materials for reviews and meetings.
• Coordinate sample movement within the Design team and with cross-functional partners.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

The Design Assistant provides day-to-day organizational and administrative support to the Design team throughout the seasonal design and development process. This role plays an important part in keeping the department organized, maintaining accurate design materials and samples, and ensuring the team has the information and resources needed to work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Design team throughout the seasonal design and development calendar.
• Maintain organization of the Design studio, including samples, fabrics, trims, reference materials, and seasonal design assets.
• Organize, label, track, and maintain samples for design reviews, fittings, meetings, presentations, and photoshoots.
• Assist with preparation for fittings, including pulling and organizing samples and materials, taking notes, and documenting requested updates.
• Maintain seasonal design boards, reference materials, line sheets, and other working documents as directed by the Design team.
• Assist with updating sketches, CADs, colorways, and other design documents based on direction and established designs.
• Support the organization and maintenance of digital design files, ensuring information is accurate and easily accessible.
• Assist with creating and updating presentation decks and materials for seasonal reviews and internal meetings.
• Help prepare materials for design reviews, line reviews, market appointments, and other key milestones.
• Coordinate sample and material movement within the Design team and to cross-functional partners as needed.
• Assist with market, competitive, and trend research at the direction of the Design team.
• Support special projects, photoshoots, showroom preparation, and other departmental needs as required.
• Partner with Product Development, Technical Design, Raw Materials, and other cross-functional teams to support the flow of information and materials.
• Handle general administrative and organizational needs for the Design department as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design preferred.
• Previous internship or entry-level experience within a contemporary or luxury fashion design environment.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Basic understanding of garment construction, fabrics, trims, color, and the apparel development process.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Collaborative attitude with the ability to take direction and follow through consistently.
• Strong interest in contemporary fashion and enthusiasm for learning the design and development process.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $25 - $27 (overtime eligible)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)