What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Assistant position at 24 Seven Talent?
A contemporary womenswear brand is seeking a Design Assistant to support the Design Director and broader design team in seasonal concepting, product execution, and cross-functional workflow. This role is ideal for someone highly organized with strong sketching skills and interest in categories such as soft woven dresses, tops, and knits.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist Design Director and team with inspiration, research, and special projects
• Support seasonal development through trim, fabric, color, and concept research
• Prepare weekly and seasonal design presentations
• Update and distribute line sheets and design documents in collaboration with Development
• Manage style naming/numbering and facilitate pass-offs to Technical Design
• Create flats, construction details, color CADs, prints, embroidery layouts, and artwork pitching
• Communicate CAD, placement, and color updates to Development throughout the process
• Maintain organized sketch libraries and update illustrations as needed
• Support design updates for best sellers
• Assist with archiving vintage inspiration samples, artwork, and submit materials
• Help create BOMs and track reference materials
• Build collaborative cross-functional relationships with Development and other teams
Qualifications:
• Degree in Fashion or Apparel Design (2–4 year program)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite — Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
• Strong sketching skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of fabrics, washes, embellishments, and basic garment construction
• Interest or experience in knitwear design preferred, not required
• Patternmaking or technical knowledge a plus
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to work independently and cross-functionally
• Strong follow-through, time management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to foster an inclusive and respectful working environment