Job Title: Assistant Designer
Reports to: Designer
Business Unit: United Legwear Company
Department: Design
Employment Status:Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The Assistant Designer is responsible for providing support the Designer/Design teams in the ongoing development of the line of designated brand right products. Under the supervision of the Designer, this position will be involved in daily projects and responsibilities to help facilitate the execution of the design direction.
Essential Functions (Including but not limited to):
• Assist Designer/Design team in the conception and execution of designated line.
• Creating technical packages, creating art files and sizing art and modify and update information as necessary throughout development cycle.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams & overseas offices to assist in workload and deliverables.
• Document and preserve all illustrations, design layouts, and design development information for future reference.
• Organize, update and maintain Design sketch boards, line sheets, print boards, fabric boards, research boards, and garment samples for use and reference at all times.
• Participate in research and development of the current and the latest fashion trends.
• Adhere to seasonal time and action calendar to meet all deliverables.
• Perform any other duties as assigned in support of the company needs and operations.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or related area and 2+ years of experience in Design.
• Solid understanding of customer preferences on fashion and style trends.
• Strong sketching skills, color sense, and fabric knowledge.
• Computer skills to include knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, database systems and internet and ability to learn how to design through new/advanced technology.
• Good written and verbal skills and strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and workload seamlessly and follow-up.
• Ability to be a team player in a fast-paced environment and apply good work habits to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the company/department.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
The physical demands and working conditions of this position are representative of what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The functions of this position are typically performed in an office setting and the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and distance vision.
General Acknowledgement & Employment At-Will:
Employment in this position requires adherence to all policies and procedures set forth by United Legwear & Apparel Company. This position description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, is not a contract and is subject to change at any time, with or without notice, by the employer. Furthermore, all employees are employed at-will with United Legwear & Apparel Company and are employed for no definite period of time and employment may be terminated without cause or notice.
United Legwear & Apparel Company is an Affirmative Action/EEO Employer
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