Job Description

Assistant Apparel Designer

Duration: 6 months with possible conversion to full-time

Location: Boca Raton, FL

Rate: $28-30/hour, $55-60K upon conversion

Position Overview

Our retail client is seeking an Assistant Apparel Designer to join their design department and support the development and execution of fashion collections, contributing creative ideas and assisting in the design process from concept to final product.

This is a 40 hour a week, hybrid opportunity with an opportunity to possibly go fulltime after 6 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design team and product development teams to communicate with vendors during all stages of the product development process.
• Manage multiple product seasons simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines are met according to the
• development calendar.
• Assist in post-seasonal vendor meetings, sourcing silhouettes, and fulfilling product line needs.
• Support the creation of trim and embellishment layouts, as well as embroidery designs, aligned with seasonal trends, adjusting size, color, and design as needed.
• Create flat sketches for apparel and update artwork in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop with direction from the design team.
• Research and assist in the development of fabrics, prints, patterns, and trims.
• Input style creation updates and bill of materials (BOM) information in the PLM system.
• Create and update seasonal line sheets for various categories.
• Collaborate with the technical design team to streamline silhouettes and improve design efficiency.
• Participate in design meetings by taking detailed notes and following up on key action items.
• Manage and track product samples for development and review meetings.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years' experience in women's apparel, preferably in design, CAD or product development
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Understanding of product lifecycle management in fashion
• A keen eye for luxury-level design and an understanding of fabrics, trims, fit, and construction

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