Assistant Fashion Designer
Rare Editions, New York, NY, United States
Position Overview
Star Children’s Dress Company, a growing apparel company focused on producing fashionable yet affordable dresses, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Fashion Designer with 2 years of experience.
This role supports the design and product development team in executing seasonal collections. The Assistant Fashion Designer will work under the direction of senior designers and contribute to design preparation, technical documentation, and sample development while gaining hands-on experience in fashion design.
Key Responsibilities
Assist senior designers in the development of seasonal collections, including research on trends, colors, fabrics, and trims for apparel
Create and revise digital sketches and technical flats using Adobe Illustrator to support design communication
Prepare and maintain specification sheets, measurement charts, and basic construction details under the supervision of senior design staff
Support the sample development process by organizing fabrics, trims, and color standards for seasonal collections
Track sample progress and assist during fittings by recording comments and updating design documentation based on feedback
Maintain organized design archives, including fabric libraries, trim references, and seasonal records
Conduct market and competitor research within the categories to support design direction
Assist in preparing presentation boards and materials for internal meetings and line reviews
Collaborate with production and merchandising teams to ensure design documentation is accurate and up to date
Provide administrative and project support to the design team, including maintaining calendars and development trackers
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field
2 years of relevant experience in fashion design or product development
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; knowledge of Photoshop is a plus
Basic understanding of garment construction, textiles, and design principles
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Strong communication and time management skills
Benefits
Health insurance and dental insurance eligibility beginning the first of the month after 60 days of employment (for full-time employees)
401(k) plan eligibility for full-time employees
Paid time off, including vacation accrual and company-recognized holidays
Weekly payroll with direct deposit available after the third week of employment
Free full service Gym Access with locker rooms, showers, and
Compensation commensurate with experience and aligned with industry standards.
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This role supports the design and product development team in executing seasonal collections. The Assistant Fashion Designer will work under the direction of senior designers and contribute to design preparation, technical documentation, and sample development while gaining hands-on experience in fashion design.
Key Responsibilities
Assist senior designers in the development of seasonal collections, including research on trends, colors, fabrics, and trims for apparel
Create and revise digital sketches and technical flats using Adobe Illustrator to support design communication
Prepare and maintain specification sheets, measurement charts, and basic construction details under the supervision of senior design staff
Support the sample development process by organizing fabrics, trims, and color standards for seasonal collections
Track sample progress and assist during fittings by recording comments and updating design documentation based on feedback
Maintain organized design archives, including fabric libraries, trim references, and seasonal records
Conduct market and competitor research within the categories to support design direction
Assist in preparing presentation boards and materials for internal meetings and line reviews
Collaborate with production and merchandising teams to ensure design documentation is accurate and up to date
Provide administrative and project support to the design team, including maintaining calendars and development trackers
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field
2 years of relevant experience in fashion design or product development
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; knowledge of Photoshop is a plus
Basic understanding of garment construction, textiles, and design principles
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Strong communication and time management skills
Benefits
Health insurance and dental insurance eligibility beginning the first of the month after 60 days of employment (for full-time employees)
401(k) plan eligibility for full-time employees
Paid time off, including vacation accrual and company-recognized holidays
Weekly payroll with direct deposit available after the third week of employment
Free full service Gym Access with locker rooms, showers, and
Compensation commensurate with experience and aligned with industry standards.
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