Design Assistant -Toddler Girl & Newborn

Position Summary:

The Design Assistant will contribute to the development of toddler and infant apparel from concept to final prototype. Responsibilities include creating Illustrator sketches, maintaining seasonal assortment boards, refining color and design details, and updating sampling sheets. This role also involves conducting market research to identify trends and competitive insights. Additionally, the Design Assistant will assist in tech pack creation and fit sessions to ensure high-quality garment construction. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is crucial to maintaining the brand’s unique aesthetic, integrity, and vision. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for children’s fashion.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support Designer on all design processes as they relate to trend research
• Assist in the executing of silhouettes, fit, and styling direction
• Shop local NJ and/or NYC markets for design inspiration
• Work with Designers and Technical Design to assist on garment fit and construction
• Assist in executing and maintaining seasonal fabric and trim charts
• Work with Designers and Merchants to create, execute, and maintain seasonal assortment boards using
• Sketch and color croquis in Illustrator
• Assist in executing production/sampling packages and ensure that they are complete and accurate
• Maintain accurate organized records and archives of all bought and development samples, trims, and seasonal fabrics
• Maintain detail sheet updates seasonally

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in design or related field

Skills and Behaviors:

• Proficient in Adobe Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design, Bridge and Microsoft Office
• Thorough knowledge of fabrications, silhouettes, color ways, construction techniques, and trim
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a part of a team
• Strong organizational skills