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Assistant Designer

American Society of Interior Designers, Los Angeles, CA, United States


Our client, a private label apparel company, is seeking an Assistant Designer to join their team on a temporary basis for approximately six months. This role will support the design team during a maternity leave coverage, with an ideal start date in early April to allow for a thorough training and transition period ahead of the leave in June. This is a full-time opportunity offering hands‑on experience across the design and development process within a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Onsite 5 days.

Responsibilities:

Support the design team in developing seasonal collections across multiple private label accounts

Assist with creating CADs, technical sketches, and presentation boards

Organise and maintain design files, fabric libraries, and sample tracking

Assist in preparing for fittings, including measuring samples and taking detailed notes

Communicate with cross‑functional teams including product development, production, and merchandising

Help source fabrics, trims, and inspiration aligned with customer and brand direction

Ensure all design deliverables are completed accurately and on calendar

Support day‑to‑day administrative needs of the design team

Qualifications:

1–3 years of experience in an apparel design or assistant design role, preferably within private label

Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Ability to create clean, accurate technical sketches and CADs

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure to the full design lifecycle within a private label environment, working closely with an experienced team during a key transitional period.

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