Product Development and Design Assistant

Meijer, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Product Development and Design Assistant to support the design team from concept through production.

You will assist with silhouette, graphic and artwork trends, print development, and seasonal presentation boards, using Illustrator to sketch and convey construction details. The role requires a fashion or art background, 1–7 years in women's design or product development, strong color and trend awareness, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience).
• 1–7 years of experience in Women's Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business needs.
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction.
• Ability to understand and analyze Market/Trend information.

Responsibilities

• Assist Product Development and Design team in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends.
• Assist with print & graphic development for each season.
• Review lab dips, artwork strike-offs and hand_looms for layout and execution.
• Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.
• Sketch designs in Illustrator ( Flats ) and communicate construction details.
• Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.
• Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.
• Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions.
• Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.

Skills

Illustrator

Photoshop

Fashion design

Trend analysis

Communication

Color theory

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Art

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Product Development and Design Assistant# Careers## Product Development and Design AssistantApply: Hybrid: Grand Rapids, MI: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R000716475As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community! **Meijer Rewards*** Weekly pay* Scheduling flexibility* Paid parental leave* Paid education assistance* Team member discount* Development programs for advancement and career growthPlease review the job profile below and apply today!The PD & Design Assistant supports the Product Development & Design team by contributing to the creation, development and execution of each season’s Own Brand assortments from initial concept through to production.**What You'll Be Doing:*** Assist Product Development and Design team in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends.* Assist with print & graphic development for each season.* Review lab dips, artwork strike-offs and hand-looms for layout and execution.* Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.* Sketch designs in Illustrator (flats) and communicate construction details.* Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.* Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.* Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions.* Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.* This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.**What You Bring With You (Qualifications):*** Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)* 1-7 years of experience in Women's Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development.* Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business objectives.* Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.* Basic knowledge of Design, Apparel Construction and Textiles.* Ability to understand and analyze Market/Trend information.