Assistant Designer

Knitwell Group • New York, NY

20h • $53,000 - $54,000 • Onsite

About The Position

LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style. Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.
The Assistant Designer assists the Designer with the execution of seasonal dresses collections, fabrications and colors that maintain the brand identity. Assists in the development, concept and design of the product line. Prepares Line Review presentation materials, concept boards, fabric and color boards and flat sketches. Embodies the company's Values & Practices by maintaining effective collaborative relationships, taking pride in the company and brand, embracing diversity in all facets of the position and representing a hunger for knowledge and responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree equivalent in Design
• 1-2 years’ experience in Design
• Creativity and enthusiasm for fashion
• Strong sketching and illustration ability
• Ability to identify color and fashion trends
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel and all other Microsoft Office Applications
• Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of design specification sheets, both flat and technical sketches, pitch sheets and trim sheets
• Contributes to conceptualization and implementation of the line; Prepares presentation boards highlighting fabric, flats, and figure sketches; Assists in set up of all Spectrum and Concept presentations
• Participates in line assortment building and line presentations with the goal of creating a cohesive and exciting collection
• Attends all style fittings and provides input/feedback as necessary; Keeps detailed notes from all fittings
• Maintains product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library
• Adheres to cross-functional calendar and attends meetings as required
• Builds collaborative relationships with vendors and internal clients

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, Talbots and Haven Well Within (in store and online)
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level