Assistant CAD Artist (Soma)

Knitwell Group • Fort Myers, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant CAD Artist works closely with the CAD team and supports the general needs of the Studio while learning the processes in the area. The role supports the Creative Design and CAD Studio through assigned tasks, including organizing samples and print and pattern resources, processing purchased art and samples, and handling trend research and other creative, data-entry, and clerical tasks. The position also assists with creative projects and will receive training on future CAD software for recoloring and print layouts. Duties may vary by brand.

Requirements

• Experience with Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Be a team player who is highly detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a creative problem solver.
• Excellent written and verbal organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree.
• 1–2 years of experience in CAD Development/Design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and NedGraphics.

Responsibilities

• Support the Creative Design and CAD Studio team through assigned responsibilities and tasks.
• Help organize retail sample racks and the print and pattern library.
• Log purchased art and samples by season.
• Manage multiple tasks, including trend-related work, data and photo entry, organizational and clerical tasks, and special creative projects.
• Assist with special projects developing ideas for mini bodies and prints.
• Research trends online and in magazines; scan swipes and prepare them for CAD Artists and Designers.
• Scan purchased prints and patterns, as well as hand-painted art created by CAD Artists.
• Update purchased samples and the purchased print and pattern book with color printouts.
• Learn future CAD software for recoloring and print layouts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed