Temp Costume Deisgn Assistant

Jakks Pacific•Poway, CA

8h•$21 - $23

About The Position

Disguise, a fashion-driven Halloween costume company, is seeking an experienced, print-based temporary Costume Design Assistant to support its Costume Design team. The assistant will work under the direction of the Design Director and collaborate with Marketing, Licensing, Sculpt, Sampling, costume designers, technical teams, and other departments. This is a fast-paced, production-focused role requiring creative contribution, accurate high-quality work, attention to detail, and the ability to handle changing priorities and tight deadlines. The position is for San Diego County/local residents; relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

At least 1 year of costume and/or fashion design experience.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
Understanding of sewing, patterns, and fabrics.
Ability to take direction and critique and to follow procedures and instructions.
Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and changing priorities.
Ability to produce accurate, high-quality, consistent work with attention to detail.
Effective communication by email and in person with team members, other departments, and outside vendors.
Provide a PDF portfolio or a link to an online portfolio.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and steam samples for licensor submissions and meetings.
Photograph and style samples.
Track and audit samples and update project information in product database systems.
Create image collages and generate appropriate forms from databases.
Assist designers with hand mock-ups for prototypes using paint, glitter, and fabric dyes.
Communicate and collaborate with costume designers, technical teams, and other departments.
Help designers with special requests, including fabric orders and alteration requests.