Assistant Designer - Bras / Intimate Apparel

Job Title: Assistant Designer - Bras / Intimate Apparel

Location: New York City (In-office 4 days per week, 1 day remote)

Salary: Up to $50,000 per year

Company Overview

:Dana-co, a leading design company specializing in luxury intimate apparel, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Designer to support our design team throughout the design process. The ideal candidate will have experience in intimate apparel (specifically bras), a keen awareness of current fashion trends, and a solid understanding of the design process. This role will involve assisting with product development, presentations, fittings, and communication with both internal and external teams

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Job Requirement

s:This position requires the candidate to work onsite at least four days per week in our New York City offic

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Qualificatio

• ns:Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design with a concentration in lingerie design, with a focus on br
• as.Knowledge of garment construction, fabrics qualities, and production processes to design production feasible produc
• ts.Strong portfolio showcasing elevated taste level and a range of bra designs from concept to producti
• on.Organized, systematic, and structured working style, with experience handling multiple projects simultaneou
• slyMust be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Ex
• celWorking/General knowledge of Lectra for basic pattern rev
• iewUnderstanding of industry trends, materials, and manufacturing process
• es.Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skil

ls.
Key Responsibilit

• ies:Stay informed on current fashion trends and key retail stores carrying our bra
• nds.Assist the design team in developing boards and presentations for meeti
• ngs.Meet all calendar due dates for presentations and deliverab
• les.Assist in updating essential documents like Fit Notes, Fit Photo Pages, Style Summary Sheets, and Features & Benefits pa
• ges.Create tech packs for new styles and set up specs (including sketches, construction details, BOM, measurements, et
• c.).Assist in the development and follow-up of product communication with factories, ensuring timely upda
• tes.Track all incoming proto sample emails and ensure proper addition to the fit l
• ist.Coordinate model fittings, including scheduling and communicating with relevant part
• ies.Maintain the active model chart and liaise with model agenc
• ies.Measure garments as needed and follow up with the team to share updated proto pho
• tos.Attend model fittings, take detailed photos and precise n
• otesAssist with sending and distributing pack
• agesAssist with dressing models for market week appointm
• entsEnsure timely and organized communication with the team and other departme
• nts.Follow company processes to maintain organized files and archi

ves.
Benefits for full-time employees inc

• lude:Health, vision, and dental insu
• ranceFlexible spending acc
• ountsPaid Vacation, Sick, Personal
• timePaid Hol
• idays401(k) with a company
• matchParental leave (non-birthing parents incl
• uded)Short-term disab
• ilityEmployee Assistance Program
• (EAP)Bereavement Su
• pportEducation Reimburs
• ementVoluntary benefits include term life insurance, short-term disability, AD&D, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and group legal ser
• vicesEmployee disc

ounts
Equal Opportunity Stat

ement:Dana-co is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. We provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic, including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or preg

nancy.
Full Time: Monday to Friday, 40 hours p

er weekWork Location: In-office 4 days and remot