Jr. Associate Designer

REVOLVE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial discounts on items

Free weekly lunches

Company events

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Los Angeles seeks a Jr Associate Designer to assist the design team. Candidates must have strong CAD and sketching skills, along with experience in garment construction. This role offers a dynamic work environment with an hourly rate of $23 - $26 based on experience. Join us to redefine fashion retail for the next generation.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a related field.
• Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator essential.
• Some to advanced knowledge of fabrics across categories.

Responsibilities

• Assist design team with administrative tasks and design development.
• Create detailed technical flats and line guides including CAD work.
• Attend fittings and support the Lead Designer accordingly.

Skills

Sketch and CAD design skills

Knowledge of garment construction

Strong communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Fashion or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Overview

Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE. REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers, delivering an engaging customer experience from a curated offering of over 45,000 products. The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles, leveraging data-driven merchandising and creative talent to identify market niches and develop brands with distinct identities designed for specific consumer interests.

At REVOLVE, we seek high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment. We are a dynamic team of about 1,000 members focused on redefining fashion retail for the 21st century and achieving the next level of growth.

We offer perks beyond traditional benefits, such as substantial discounts on items, free weekly lunches, and company events. For a behind-the-scenes look at the REVOLVE corporate lifestyle, check our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Main purpose of the position

The Jr Associate Designer will utilize their organizational skills to assist and support the Design team with daily administrative and design-related tasks. They will assist with the design development process, offering solutions and different perspectives related to design, and support the Designer’s creative direction. This is a permanent full-time role for a candidate who understands the market consumer and is passionate about their work.

Position responsibilities and daily tasks

• Strong knowledge of premium quality, feminine design details. Must incorporate an elevated personal aesthetic and taste level
• Create detailed technical flats and line guides; includes intricate CAD work, zoom construction details for review with Lead Designer. This includes thoughtful and intentional construction work and the ability to execute CADs independently
• Assist in the process of executing elevated product with the direction of a higher-level Designer
• Attend designated fittings, support Lead Designer in updates
• Assist and receive sample shipments and check-in to system daily
• Maintain and organize all sample racks and label samples accordingly
• Create and maintain monthly line guides
• Set up swatch and print packages
• Create detailed CADs/Tech Packs/Construction Detail Pages/maintain BOMs
• Check in samples and blocks into Product Consoles
• Accurately take notes for Designer in meetings
• Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management

What does a candidate need to demonstrate to perform this job successfully

• Possess ability to sketch and CAD design details and knowledge of garment construction as needed by Designer
• Strong understanding of application of fabrications and an assortment of trims
• Able to clearly communicate silhouettes and detailed garment construction through tech packs and CADs
• Proficient knowledge and skill-set to achieve high-end embroidery/embellishment layouts
• Knowledgeable and consistently up-to-date with market/runway trends and good understanding of the REVOLVE customer and Revolve Owned Brands
• Strong knowledge of design details and interior garment construction
• Independently complete daily tasks while working from home
• Self-motivated, positive and dependable attitude
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Effective time management and ability to stay organized
• Flexible and adaptable to a very fast-paced environment
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

Minimum candidate qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in previous work or internship in related field
• Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator a must
• Advanced visual and written communication skills
• Some to advanced knowledge of fabrics across categories

Preferred qualifications

• Degree in Fashion, similar related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Gmail
• Proficient knowledge of garment construction and fit

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Revolve includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current base hourly range is $23 - $26 per hour.

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