Freelance Print Design Assistant (Hybrid)

Alice and Olivia; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Alice and Olivia in New York City is seeking a freelance Print Design Assistant to support the Print Design team in developing seasonal prints and patterns. You will assist Senior Print Designers with artwork development, repeats, recoloring, file preparation for production, and overseas send-outs.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for color and trend, proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, solid hand‑drawing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Textile Design, Graphic Design, Fashion Design, or related field.
• 1–4 years of print, textile, graphic, or related design experience within the fashion industry.
• Strong hand-drawing and painting skills with the ability to translate artwork into print concepts.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Understanding of the design and product development process across a variety of fabrics, materials, and fabrications.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet seasonal deadlines.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule, including both in-office and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Print Design & Development: Support Senior Print Designers with ideation, creation, and development of seasonal print and pattern designs.
• Create and refine print repeats, colorways, and artwork variations.
• Recolor and manipulate existing artwork while maintaining design integrity.
• Prepare and organize artwork and technical files for production and overseas send-outs.
• Assist with CAD printouts, artwork organization, and mill send-outs.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across print files and production materials.
• Research & Creative Development: Conduct market, competitor, and trend research to inform future seasonal collections.
• Assist with mood boards, visual research, and seasonal concept development.
• Research emerging trends in color, pattern, artwork, and print direction.
• Maintain an organized library of relevant print and design references.
• Organization & Production Support: Organize print receivings, artwork submissions, and production materials.
• Track artwork submissions and follow up on outstanding items as needed.
• Assist with ensuring mills and overseas factories submit artwork and strike-offs in accordance with established timelines.
• Communication & Collaboration: Support communication between the Print Design team and overseas factories and mills.
• Maintain clear and timely email communication regarding artwork, submissions, revisions, and production updates.
• Collaborate closely with the Design and Product Development teams to ensure print artwork is accurately executed from concept through production.

Skills

Hand drawing & painting

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Excel

Organization & time management

Communication & collaboration

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Textile Design, Graphic Design, Fashion Design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alice and Olivia in New York City is seeking a freelance Print Design Assistant to support the Print Design team in developing seasonal prints and patterns. You will assist Senior Print Designers with artwork development, repeats, recoloring, file preparation for production, and overseas send-outs.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for color and trend, proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, solid hand‑drawing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced