Assistant Designer- Men's Knits & Woven Tops

o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, HQ in NYC with brand offices in CA - a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution & logistics. With category expertise in full-collection menswear, womenswear, children swear, infant toddler;

we specialize in denim, outerwear, active wear, loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retailers.

We’re looking for a motivated Assistant Designer to support the design team across the full product lifecycle—from tech packs and sample tracking to mood boards and cross‑functional communication. Perfect for an early‑career designer seeking hands‑on exposure in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and growth in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and tech design.

• Support the design manager with data entry, reporting, and issue tracking.
• Prepare meeting recaps, updates, and presentation boards.
• Track development samples from concept through adoption; share updates with cross‑functional partners.
• Assist with the pipeline calendar (due dates, milestone meetings, deliverables).
• Sketching (Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop)
• Factory communication for samples & submits
• Ensure information shared with partners is timely, accurate, and aligned with design intent.
• Flag potential sample‑tracking or timeline risks to keep projects on schedule.

• Assistant Designer: 0–1 year of design/product development experience (internships count!).
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, or Product Development.
• Knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, and design aesthetics.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, plus Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and curious—eager to learn line building, brand curation, and problem solving.

• Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) + company‑paid life insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + company holidays.
• Family‑oriented culture.
• Responsibility & Sustainability — at o5 group this spans economic, social, and environmental impact.