Fashion Design Assistant

Descendant of Thieves; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion apparel company based in New York is seeking an entry-level design professional to support the Creative Director. The role involves creating technical packs, overseeing communication with overseas factories, and executing graphic design tasks across platforms. Ideal candidates should be proficient in design software such as Illustrator and Photoshop, with basic photography skills. Join a small team and contribute to building a unique brand identity while ensuring timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Entry level position in design, requiring creativity and technical skills.
• Capability to manage design projects and communicate with factories.
• Basic knowledge of photography for content creation.

Responsibilities

• Create apparel CADs and technical packs.
• Maintain communication with overseas factories.
• Undertake graphic design tasks for various platforms.
• Organize model castings and coordinate fashion shoots.
• Capture and edit images for marketing materials.

Skills

Proficiency in Illustrator

Proficiency in Photoshop

Understanding of garment fit

Basic photography skills

Familiarity with Excel

Job description

Overview

Objective: To support the Creative Director in developing a unique brand identity by contributing to all aspects of design and creative endeavors, ensuring timely and accurate communication with the production managers at the overseas factories, and providing additional support to align the brand for success within a small team environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all design phases, including creating apparel CADs, technical packs (TPs), and fabric repeat prints.
• Record fit specs for samples and production to maintain design execution consistency.
• Maintain constant communication with overseas factories to ensure adherence to design specifications and timely product delivery.
• Undertake graphic design tasks for lookbooks, websites, and social media platforms.
• Coordinate model castings and organize fashion shoots.
• Capture and edit images in Photoshop for website use and lookbooks.
• Assist in the creative development of weekly email blasts.
• Prepare presentation boards for collaborative partners.

Skills

• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop for design work.
• Understanding of garment fit and technical specifications.
• Basic photography skills for image editing and content creation.
• Familiarity with basic Excel for tracking and organization.

References

References will be requested from previous and/or current supervisors and colleagues to validate the candidate's qualifications and work ethic.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Apparel & Fashion