Design Room Assistant

Torrid; California (MO); On-site; USD 53,451,000 - 63,094,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k with company matching

Wellness package (medical, dental, vis

On-site chiropractic and massage

Employee discount 50%

Volunteer time off (32 hours)

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Torrid, City of Industry, California, seeks a Design Room Assistant to support product development and implement technical packages. Hybrid schedule. You will sketch silhouettes, manage tech packs in PLM, and assist design leadership across categories.

The role requires a high school diploma, design background, strong Photoshop/Illustrator skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Plus-size experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associate or Bachelor Degree in design or equivalent experience preferred.
• One (1) year of design experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Able to work in a fast paced, multi-task environment.
• Possesses strong organizational time management skills.
• Plus size experience preferred but not required.
• Illustrates a dedication to meeting requirements of internal andexternal customers, responding to all customer requests promptly and thoroughly.
• Strong communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and is a solid verbal and written communicator.
• Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure.
• Is accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues.
• Meet deadlines, prioritize appropriately, cope well with change, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Must be organized and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete silhouette sketching (tops, sweaters, bottoms, jackets, dresses, intimates) and detailed technical sketches.
• Work within the PLM system to help input & update Tech Packs, Sketches, and BOM’s
• Coordinate basic layout for artwork pages. EX: Stripes
• Create, organize, and update reference libraries (fabrics, tech packs, development samples, pantones).
• Assist the Designers, Design VP, and Design Directors in daily design processes across all categories.
• Create & publish line sheets via e-mail following our internal processes.
• Research and build shopping skills for our market in Torrid stores and out
• Other duties and projects as assigned including support to sample team.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Time management

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma

Design degree preferred

Tools

PLM system

Job description

Product DevelopmentCity of Industry,California

Hybrid Schedule

The Design Room Assistant will support the development of products and assist in implementing and creating technical packages. The Assistant will also be responsible for the Design Room.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete silhouette sketching (tops, sweaters, bottoms, jackets, dresses, intimates) and detailed technical sketches.
• Work within the PLM system to help input & update Tech Packs, Sketches, and BOM’s
• Coordinate basic layout for artwork pages. EX: Stripes
• Create, organize, and update reference libraries (fabrics, tech packs, development samples, pantones).
• Assist the Designers, Design VP, and Design Directors in daily design processes across all categories.
• Create & publish line sheets via e-mail following our internal processes.
• Research and build shopping skills for our market in Torrid stores and out
• Other duties and projects as assigned including support to sample team.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma required, Associate or Bachelor Degree in design or equivalent experience preferred.
• One (1) yearof design experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Able to work in a fast paced, multi-task environment.
• Possesses strong organizational time management skills.
• Excellent sense of urgency and consistency.
• Plus size experience preferred but not required.
• Illustrates a dedication to meeting requirements of internal andexternal customers, responding to all customer requests promptly and thoroughly.
• Strong communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and is a solid verbal and written communicator.
• Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure.
• Is accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues.
• Meet deadlines, prioritize appropriately, cope well with change, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Must be organized and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Get:

• A culture where people are accepted and encouraged to be who they are.
• Our open floor plan allows for a creative, collaborative and fun environment.
• Competitive compensation, 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, FSA and on-site, chiropractic and massage therapy services as well as fitness and yoga classes.
• Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales.
• Support the causes you’re passionate about. We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community.
• Child Care Discount at participating locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more.
• Work and learn alongside industry leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women.
• You’ll be challenged and grow. Opportunity for upward mobility available at all levels of the organization.

Salary range: $18.68 - $22.02

Our company participates in E-Verify . E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

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