Assistant Designer

Who We Are

For over 40 years, the UNIONBAY label has been synonymous with quality and industry-leading design. Our success is founded on the excellence of our employees. You will be part of a dynamic, creative, forward-thinking, cohesive team; working together to succeed in the constantly changing and challenging fun fashion industry.

Summary

As an Assistant Designer on the Juniors Design Team, you will assist in creating innovative, stylish, and on-trend apparel for our customers. To be successful in this role, you must have a keen eye for detail, a passion for apparel design, and a strong understanding of current fashion trends. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional partners and support the team through all stages of the design process to help bring the brand’s vision to life.

Essential Job Functions

Include but not limited to:

• Assist Designers in research, design, and execution of the Knit and Sweater product lines. Including: color selection, styling, trends, product mix, price points, fabric, fit, flat sketches, and technical packs.
• Create color boards, order pantone chips seasonally, and maintain library. 
• Input color into NedGraphics Design and calibrate printer as needed.
• Assist with pattern development and coloring of patterns.
• Assist design team in setting up and maintaining all sample orders for initials, sales samples, and production. Including: technical sketches, accurate specs, fabric, trims, and construction information for all styles.
• Assist with fittings; communicate with overseas team throughout the Development and Production stages.
• Track, maintain and clearly communicate line information for all phases of Development and Production with Design, Merchandising and HK teams.
• Adhere to the design timing calendar: ensure all stages of sampling are completed on time and are market ready. 
• Assist Designers with trend books and cad packages for sales tools, seasonally.
• Shop stores quarterly to stay abreast of our target market demographics, lifestyle, fashion trends, and buying habits.
• Special projects, as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required

·      Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design or equivalent work experience.

·      Minimum of 1-2 years design experience in the apparel industry

·      Knit top product development preferred

·      Proficiency required with computer design programs, Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.

·      Additional programs preferred: NedGraphics Design, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·      Organizational skills: ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 

The pay range for this position is $26-$30 hourly, DOE. 

Unionbay Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.