DESIGN ASSISTANT // LEADING LUXURY FASHION //12 month contract
Become a Design Assistant with a Leading Womenswear Brand!
Why This Role Is for You: Are you a passionate Assist Designer with an eye for detail and a knack for transforming creative concepts into market-ready garments? Our client, a prestigious womenswear brand based in Australia, is seeking a talented Design Assistant to join their dynamic team. This is your chance to work in a collaborative and innovative environment, contributing to a brand renowned for its unique aesthetic and high standards of quality. If you're ready to take your design career to the next level, we want to hear from you!
Role Overview: As a Design Assistant, you will work closely with the design team to translate conceptual designs into stunning garments that reflect the brand's distinctive style. You will collaborate with the production team to ensure that product designs are accurate, technically feasible, and uphold the brand's high standards. Your role will involve everything from creating technical CAD drawings to managing design files and liaising with vendors. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of Product, with no direct reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Translation: Accurately translate hand-rendered fashion illustrations into CAD technical drawings, ensuring consistency with design concepts.
Quality Assurance: Maintain high levels of product quality and design integrity, ensuring all designs align with the brand’s aesthetic.
Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate design ideas and updates with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration across teams.
Specification Sheets: Prepare detailed design specification sheets, including measurements, construction details, and materials.
Design File Management: Organise and manage all design files, ensuring easy access and retrieval for the team.
Materials Development and Sourcing: Assist in sourcing fabrics, trims, and hardware, ensuring they meet seasonal design objectives and quality standards.
Vendor Liaison: Coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate execution of design specifications and manage sample shipments.
Collection Handover: Support the handover process to the production team, covering all design details and ensuring smooth transitions.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance design processes and workflow efficiency.
Necessary Skills and Qualifications:
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong skills in Excel
Experience with Zedonk is a plus
Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to translate conceptual designs into technical drawings
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
A keen eye for fashion and a deep understanding of garment construction
Previous experience in a similar role within the fashion industry
Perks of Working with Us:
Opportunity to work with a leading womenswear brand
A creative and collaborative work environment
Professional growth and development opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
Access to exclusive events and fashion shows
Being part of a team that values innovation, quality, and creativity
Excited?! Apply now by completing the form online or email jade@whointhezoo.com.au
Hiring Consultant: JADE
Job Code: 667065
Please note only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application.