Design Assistant - Men's Apparel

Department: Design / Product Development – Men’s Division

The Design Assistant supports the Design team in the development of licensed and private label apparel collections from concept through production. This role is responsible for tracking inbound/outbound samples, maintaining product information, coordinating samples, and ensuring accurate communication between Design, Product Development, Sourcing, and overseas vendors.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, creative, and thrives in a fast-paced apparel environment with multiple deadlines.

• Assist designers in developing seasonal collections and line extensions.
• Create and update Adobe Illustrator flats and technical sketches.
• Prepare presentation boards, color palettes, trend boards, and design concepts.
• Organize artwork, graphics, trims, and inspiration materials.
• Maintain seasonal design files and archives.

• Work closely with:
• Product Development
• Technical Design
• Production
• Overseas sourcing offices
• Communicate artwork revisions and design updates to internal teams and factories.

• Enter and maintain product information within the PLM system.
• Upload artwork, specifications, measurements, and construction details.
• Maintain style numbers, colorways, fabric information, and trims.
• Ensure product data remains accurate throughout development.

• Schedule meetings and prepare presentation materials.
• Order trims, swatches, and design supplies.
• Assist with trade shows, customer presentations, and seasonal line reviews.

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or related field.
• 0–2 years of apparel design or product development experience (internships accepted).
• Strong
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for fashion and licensed apparel.