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Job Description
Job Description
Designer, Apparel
Location:
Location:
- Washington, D.C. Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package based on qualifications; classified as full-time salaried; exempt and not eligible for overtime. Reports to: Abraham Cruz, Vice President of Design
Travel:
- Occasional travel may be required
Position Overview:
- Our client is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Design Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will work closely with our Design and Product Development teams to ensure a successful design process. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in apparel construction and have the ability to identify different types of fabrics and fibers. This individual will delight our customer by partnering with our designers and Founders in the execution of the vision for our client’s private label.
Core Responsibilities:
- Update sketches, line sheets, and concept boards in a timely and accurate manner
- Responsible for CADs by style as directed by the VP of Design Support and collaborate with the Design team to ensure that deadlines are met
- Participate in design meetings and fitting to provide input on fabrication, style, silhouettes, fit, cost and final execution
- Stay up to date with the latest techniques in the development of garments. Assist with the organizations of samples prior to fittings; including steaming, taking detailed garment photos, and reviewing garments for prior fit corrections
- Attend fittings for several product categories and assist by taking fit notes
- Assist team with communicating to vendors on design, production, and other issues as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of relevant experience Degree in Apparel, Textiles or Design Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Outstanding communication skills with a team player attitude
- Incredible organization skills and stellar problem-solving skills with attention to detail Proactive nature