Design Assistant

In the role of Assistant Designer , you will provide essential support to the entire design team. Meeting deadlines is critical to success in this position. The ideal candidate will remain engaged throughout the lifecycle of a project and assist in any way necessary to ensure projects are completed accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities Create CADs, picks, and style numbers for the design and sales teams with speed and accuracy. Manage licensor revisions and implement artwork updates. Assign Pantone colors to all picks for Creative team review. Assist with sketching and development of new garment bodies and silhouettes. Create zoomed CADs for buyer approval presentations. Support senior designers by managing minor revisions on large presentations while they focus on new categories and business initiatives. Assist in the design and development of products across multiple retail accounts. Represent the company at trade shows, career fairs, and other industry events as needed. Research and share market trends, inspiration, and competitive shopping insights with the design team. Provide daily project status updates through end-of-day team communications. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects move efficiently from concept through completion. Qualifications & Skills Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop. Strong CAD and technical illustration skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Proactive, adaptable, and willing to support the team wherever needed. Interest in fashion, apparel, and market trends. #J-18808-Ljbffr