Junior Fashion Designer Role summery & responsibilities - Use Adobe Illustrator to create flat sketches and technical packages with detailed information, including trims & artworks. - Assist and maintain cads, fabric cards and line sheets regularly. - Create seasonal Pantone color library. - Prepare presentation/mood boards for sales team. - Modify and revise existing designs to meet or to improve design quality. - Follow-up on development samples to make sure that samples are received in timely manner. - Receive, analyze and comment proto samples to ensure they are up to fabrication, pattern, color, trims, details and quality standards. - Collaborate with the designers to send approvals and comments overseas on a daily basis. - Receiving/sorting the fabrications selected at fabric fairs in order to prepare the selection. - Stay updated on trends and explore new creative ideas through various medias such as internet, magazines and shopping.
Research for recent silhouettes, patterns, prints. - Participating in various design projects from concept to completion. - Use feedback from leaders to improve work.
Knowledge & Qualifications - College or University Degree in Fashion Design or related. - Up to 5 years of experience as an Assistant Designer in either Menswear or Ladieswear. - Must have a working knowledge of garment construction in both knit and woven items. - Solid computer proficiency - strong knowledge in Excel, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop in MAC environment. - Solid communication skills; spoken and written English are mandatory (French asset).
Expectations - Responsible, organized and initiative are a must. - Following set procedures/policies. - Commitment to work. - Treat your teammates with respect. - Being flexible about job/tasks assignments. - Punctuality and professionalism. - Accountable and reliable. - Creativity and problem-solving. - Time management. - Ability to meet deadlines in high pressure environment. - Motivation to maintain improve design standards. - Result oriented. - Desire for continued learning.