Job Description
The Assistant Designer provides operational support to the Design team in the creation and execution of a line. The Assistant Designer researches relevant trends, maintains the organization of the design office, communicates with the cross functional team (Merchandising, Production, Graphics), and assists the team in preparation for all milestone meetings..
Position Responsibilities: - Create sketches of styles in development.
- Maintain logs for sample tracking and update CBS sheets
- Maintain seasonal collection boards and walls.
- Execute organized, accurate technical packages.
- Create and update flat technical sketches for design tech packs.
- Develop strong working relationships with cross functional team members (Merchandising, Production and Graphics) through communication and problem solving.
- Create and update seasonal assortment sheet.
- Maintain awareness of current selling information as well as market trends and conditions.
- Understand the basics of the production process as it relates to the classification.
- Maintain awareness of corporate calendar and help supervisor manage deadlines.
- Attend and participate in fit sessions. Take detailed notes and follow up as needed.
- Assist in day to day responsibilities including filing/organizing, copying and updating development packages.
- Assist in approving strike-offs, lab-dips and other development materials
- Shop the market on a regular basis for ideas and inspiration.
- Prepare presentation materials for weekly and milestone meetings; garment samples, line sheets, CBS sheets
- Research and identify trends that are relevant to the Brands customer.
- Create inspiration boards for seasonal trends
- Support design presentation prep for cross-functional and external meetings when needed
- Assist with color and fabric development (including tracking submits and approvals)
- Help maintain a seasonal competitive market matrix (silhouettes, trends, etc.)
- Keep digital assets organized and up-to-date across shared folders/PLM
- Support line planning in partnership with merchandising (especially for different channels like core/fashion/digital)
- Help track samples, manage incoming packages, and coordinate with production partners
Position Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 1-2 years of experience
- Strong sketching skills with the ability to sketch quickly in Illustrator
- Must demonstrate proficiency in CAD, Photoshop, & Illustrator
- Must have ability to be flexible, multi-task and shift priorities
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Experience using PLM is a plus
- Understanding of the youth market and Aero customer
- Basic knowledge of garment construction/sewing
- Strong time management, especially around tight deadlines
- Team player with a collaborative, flexible mindset-comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Strong visual and storytelling skills (especially for trend or concept boards)
- Travel may be required, based on business needs.
- Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Catalyst Brands offers a benefits package, including health care (medical, prescription, dental, vision), company paid life insurance and long term disability, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off programs starting with minimum 15-days based on role, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here:
Reasonable Accommodation
The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Catalyst Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law ("Protected Characteristics").
Physical Requirements
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
- Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
- Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.
- For Stores & Distribution Centers: Bend, lift, open and move product and fixtures up to 50 lbs., as needed.
Please note that the deadline for submitting your application for this position is three weeks from the date the job posting was published.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Work experience placement, Seasonal work, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours,