Assistant Designer

Our Customer is an American worldwide clothing and accessories retailer, founded in 1969. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands. Their clothes are available in 90 countries worldwide through over 3,100 company-operated stores, almost 400 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites and is still growing.

We are seeking a Assistant Designer on a contract basis to help support our Customer's business needs. This role is onsite in San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares basic flat sketch designs, Assists with basic specification of product Assists with color BOMs
• Attends fitting sessions with manager; make revisions to sketch and design package as needed
• May assist in researching the local market
• Responsible for administration and follow up of product design process to include preparation of technical packages and presentation boards, understanding of PDM process, email correspondence, etc.
• Responsible for trimming supplies and/or working with Trim Department to keep abreast of current ideas

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred
• 1 year design experience (may include summer jobs, internships, etc.)
• Ability to learn how to design through new/advanced technology (e.g., Adobe Illustrator CAD program)
• Basic product and fabric knowledge
• Basic understanding of garment construction
• Basic design and color sense
• Ability to perform basic flat sketches Basic organizational and communication skills
• Basic computer knowledge

Perks are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements)

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA, Commuter Benefit Program

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.