Assistant, Designer - Fine Jewelry

Centric Brands•New York, NY

7d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Jennifer Fisher Jewelry, we are driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and a bold design ethos. We’re seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Designer to support our design team in the creation and development of distinctive fine and fashion jewelry collections. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, contributing to every stage of the design process—from concept development to final execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Jewelry Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
1–2 years of experience in fine or fashion jewelry design.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; knowledge of jewelry CAD software such as Rhino, Matrix, or ZBrush is a strong plus.
Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Strong interest in jewelry, materials, craftsmanship, and visual storytelling.

Nice To Haves

knowledge of jewelry CAD software such as Rhino, Matrix, or ZBrush is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with Senior Designers in early design research, gathering reference materials, trend insights, and seasonal inspiration.
Assist in conceptualizing initial seasonal ideas that align with the broader product strategy and brand aesthetic.
Source images, stones, finishes, and materials to support mood boards, storytelling, and collection development.
Support adherence to the product development calendar by helping track design timelines and project milestones.
Create and revise technical drawings (CADs and hand sketches) using Adobe Illustrator and/or Rhino/Matrix.
Prepare presentation decks, visual line sheets, and internal review tools.
Maintain and update accurate records in Product Data Tracker (PDT) sheets, PLM systems, and shared drives.
Assist in tracking samples and coordinating with vendors for approvals, material updates, and pricing requests.
Organize and manage the material and sample library, including plating swatches, gemstone references, and archival designs.
Work closely with Product Development, Production, and Merchandising teams to ensure seamless design handoffs and development progress.
Help nurture and maintain productive relationships with both domestic and international vendors.
Actively contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
Demonstrate ownership of tasks and communicate effectively with supervisors, seeking guidance and feedback as needed.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
matching 401(k)
Summer Fridays
generous PTO
merchandise discounts
excellent career development opportunities
work environment that reflects our industry leadership
social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism
D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation