The Free People Design Assistant helps to add effortless edge to any look and stand out styles to surprise & delight our customer. The primary responsibility is to facilitate the development process of private-label product for Free People in the non-denim woven bottoms category, including pants, skirts, rompers and jumpsuits. This role works in support of the Designer to design and source product appropriate to the Free People target customer.

• Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with designer/buyers/technical designers/production.
• Execute specific design development projects as assigned by the designer.
• Prepare development packages and participate in all communication and follow up related to each package in partnership with the Design Coordinator. Responsible for updating category styles in web PDM.
• Manage development and execution of trim and artwork packages.
• Set up spec sheets for all bodies. Communicate fit and construction details to Technical Design department. Complete all technical sketches for domestic and overseas programs.
• Maintain an active role in the weekly Design Flow Meeting. Take notes and follow up on all outstanding issues.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the desire and ability to effectively collaborate with your team and cross functional partners
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment.
• Ability to respond to business objectives with creative, innovative, and cost-effective design solutions
• Ability to recognize and accurately forecast fashion and cultural trends as they relate to the Free People target customer
• Ability to sketch or to communicate design ideas by hand sketching and via computer programs
• Strong understanding of the Free People customer and ability to speak to the brand’s handwriting and DNA.
• Entry level technical knowledge of woven apparel construction. Experience in denim could be useful but is not required.
• Some working knowledge of fabrics, trims and fabric treatments as well as wash and dye techniques
• Understanding of or some previous exposure to manufacturing techniques and processes
• Ability to research and report on industry trend direction, color direction, and fabric innovations approximately 9-12 months ahead of season
• Ability to clearly communicating both verbally and in written form internally and with external partners
• Bachelor Degree in Fashion Design preferred

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