Design Assistant
Now Hiring | Australian Fashion Brand | Sydney
The Brand |
This magnificent Australian brand offers stunning silhouettes that can take the feminine woman effortlessly from day to night. As part of the Design team, the Design assistant supports the Design team in all phases of the design process and provide exceptional admin skills to deliver quality product in-line with the brands strategic vision & market position. Assist in researching and implementing trend direction in line with brand identity and customer needs and to learn the design process through working with Design team.
The Role |
Works with the Senior Designer and Designers, to assist conceptualising product design for the season.
Assist the Design Team with seasonal trend, fabric, trim, and embellishment research.
Support designers in creating tech packs with detailed specifications that include garment measurements, construction details, and trim/fabric.
Create original flat/CAD sketches based on existing trends and mainstream designs.
Send and Track development samples to ensure samples are received on and in adherence to the Design Critical Path.
Enter and manage product and product information in Style Arcade.
Assists in the timely approval of all strike-offs, handlooms, knit downs, trim cards and confirmation samples; assist in the final assortment for fit, fabrication, colouration, with the Designers.
Organise and Maintain fabric, trim, and sample libraries for easy access and reference.
Maintain trend presentations, mood boards with illustrations, CAD artwork, fabrication and garment samples.
Maintain range boards, assist in keeping them updated throughout the season.
Organise and prepare samples for lookbook & campaign photoshoots, fittings and range reviews.
The Skillset |
Strong creative vision, obsessed with fashion trends and garment construction.
PRoficient in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word).
Experience using PLM/ERP systems, preferably Style Arcade (Desirable)
Must be exceptional attention to detail and highly organised.
Ability to work in a fast paced team driven environment.
Demonstrated understanding of critical path management and product lifecycle.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
The Offer |
Competitive salary package
Generous staff discounts on product
Opportunity to grow and develop within the business
Team driven culture
Annual award and recognition events
To apply please send through resume and portfolio to Jo - jo@thetalentmill.com.au
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.
Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional. Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.