Assistant designer women's knits & lounge

JCrew • New York, NY

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our Story J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting. Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of design experience, internship experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
• Strong illustration and technical sketching ability (flat and fashion).
• Excellent color sense, trend awareness, and an eye for detail.
• Demonstrated creative ability and a strong portfolio showcasing design and CAD work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of PLM, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced design environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in graphic design or knowledge of graphics development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of seasonal concepts, color stories, fabric, trim, and graphic direction.
• Support the team with trend and market research, including seasonal color, material, silhouette, and styling inspiration.
• Create and update professional presentation boards, including CAD sketches, illustrations, and fabric/trim swatches.
• Prepare visual materials for internal meetings and milestone presentations.
• Maintain up-to-date tech packs, CADs, and linesheets in PLM and shared documents.
• Help track and organize sample status, raw materials, and product development details.
• Collaborate with Production to support design integrity through the development and bulk process.
• Assist with lab dip approvals, fabric submits, and print strike-offs, providing feedback as needed.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Technical Design, and Production to ensure deadlines are met.
• Participate in fittings and team reviews to support the product lifecycle from concept to final sample.
• Help maintain the sample closet, raw materials library, and seasonal archives in an organized, accessible manner.

Benefits

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees