Assistant Designer

Our client, a private label apparel company, is seeking an Assistant Designer to join their team on a temporary basis for approximately six months. This role will support the design team during a maternity leave coverage, with an ideal start date in early April to allow for a thorough training and transition period ahead of the leave in June. This is a full-time opportunity offering hands-on experience across the design and development process within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Onsite 5 days.

Responsibilities:

• Support the design team in developing seasonal collections across multiple private label accounts

• Assist with creating CADs, technical sketches, and presentation boards

• Organize and maintain design files, fabric libraries, and sample tracking

• Assist in preparing for fittings, including measuring samples and taking detailed notes

• Communicate with cross-functional teams including product development, production, and merchandising

• Help source fabrics, trims, and inspiration aligned with customer and brand direction

• Ensure all design deliverables are completed accurately and on calendar

• Support day-to-day administrative needs of the design team

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience in an apparel design or assistant design role, preferably within private label

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

• Ability to create clean, accurate technical sketches and CADs

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

• Degree in Fashion Design or a related field preferred

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure to the full design lifecycle within a private label environment, working closely with an experienced team during a key transitional period.