Design Assistant - Accessories, Special Projects

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in.

As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The Accessories Design team creates product that supports a modern, versatile wardrobe, balancing activity-specific solutions with foundational pieces designed for everyday wear. With a focus on elevated design thinking, technical innovation, and refined craftsmanship, the work is grounded in movement and function. Working in close partnership with Development, Technical Design, Materials, Sourcing, and Merchandising, the team translates creative intent into highly considered, performance-led product.

This highly collaborative process connects concept to construction, ensuring each piece reflects lululemon’s design DNA while advancing the aesthetic through innovative materials, precision fit, and purposeful detailing. Designing within this space requires strong knowledge across multiple product types and a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset. The work balances creativity with technical precision, ensuring product performs as intended while meeting the highest standards of quality, function, and design integrity.

core responsibilities

• Research and stay informed of relevant global cultural and aesthetic trends, and global guest preferences
• Partner closely with Designers and Senior Designers across multiple product types, helping bring seasonal concepts to life from initial idea through to final product. Create and maintain colour deliverables to capture the final coloured assortment to handover to cross functional partners
• Create and maintain sketches, CADs, line sheets, and presentation materials that clearly communicate design intent, construction, materials, and functionality
• Support Designers or Senior Designers by taking detailed notes during fittings and updating styles accordingly, and develop a thorough understanding of all styles
• Systematically manage files, documents, and accurate records and notes, in order to support the Design team
• Maintain and organize the design space, sample library and keep track of inspirational samples
• Contribute to a collaborative, positive team environment while continuing to grow your creative voice, technical skills, and design confidence
• Contribute to research and inspiration across accessories, movement, and modern lifestyle,bringing fresh perspective into the design process.

qualifications

• 0 – 2 years industry experience is required
• BA, BFA or BS in Design (or equivalent)
• Proficient in Adobe Suite (In Design, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Design skills - support the team in creating product that is aesthetically pleasing, functional and commercially viable. This includes supporting the team in creating mock-ups, relevant note taking during fittings and updating styles
• Communication - clearly articulate design ideas and concepts to the team, stakeholders and cross functional partners, both verbally and visually. It also involves listening and incorporating feedback
• Innovative Thinking - generate new ideas, processes and solutions that push the boundaries of product creation. It involves thinking outside of…