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Womenswear Assistant Designer

Insomnia Visuals · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$24/hr
Job type:
Full Time

ABOUT US:
Insomnia Visuals is one of the fastest-growing alternative fashion brands in the world, reaching millions of people online and through major retail partners in malls across America.

(IG: @insomnia / www.insomniavisuals.com)

ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Design Assistant to join our Womenswear team. This role provides hands‑on experience in all stages of the design process from concept development to sample production offering a unique opportunity to learn within a fast‑paced fashion environment. This is an on‑site, hybrid-based role based in Los Angeles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the design team in developing monthly collections, including sketches, CADs, and color palettes.

Own the fabric sourcing process — identify, contact, and liaise with suppliers to request swatches, evaluate quality, and manage the material library.

Set up and maintain detailed tech packs (including measurements, construction details, trims, and materials) for handoff to production.

Support in fit sessions and sample reviews, documenting feedback and ensuring changes are clearly communicated.

Collaborate with the production and merchandising teams to ensure design integrity and timelines are maintained.

Maintain and organize sample racks, fabric archives, and design documentation.

NOTE:

This role is in-office / hybrid, full‑time position with expected work hours of 40 hours per week.

THE ENVIRONMENT

Highly collaborative in‑office creative environment

Constant product reviews, fittings, and creative discussions

Fast feedback loops and quick execution

Team is deeply involved in fashion, music, and internet culture.

We are building for people who genuinely care about clothing and self‑expression

REQUIREMENTS

1 – 2 years of prior work experience in fashion design

You are on top of fashion trends

Master‑level talent in Adobe suite (Photoshop/Illustrator)

Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and communication skills

WHO YOU ARE

Hold fashion design bachelors degree from 4‑year university

Living in LA, within transportation distance to our office in DTLA

You live and breathe fashion, both inside and out of work. We are an obsessed group. Everyone comes to the office well‑dressed.

Strong understanding of garment construction and fabrics.

DON'T APPLY IF

You don't want to work in a fast‑paced environment

You don't have prior interest in our niche of alternative apparel, either as a consumer for personal style, or prior design work

You don't live in LA [please]

COMPENSATION

Hourly pay: $22‑$24/hr based on experience & portfolio

Parking covered

NOTE:
If you're very serious about applying for this position, feel free to email your resume, portfolio, and a super quick note to dave@insomniavisuals.com about why you're a great fit for the position.

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