A well-established and successful fashion company is looking for a Assistant/Junior Ladieswear Designer to join their highly skilled design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic individual looking to develop their career within ladieswear design, working across commercial ranges for a portfolio of high street customer accounts.
- Carry out trend research, market research, comp shopping and inspiration shopping trips to identify key trends, colours, shapes and commercial opportunities.
- Support the design and development of commercial ladieswear ranges in line with customer briefs, seasonal trends and target market requirements.
- Assist in creating design concepts, mood boards, colour palettes and range presentations.
- Produce design sketches, artwork and technical information to support the product development process.
- Assist with creating detailed and accurate technical packs, ensuring design specifications are clearly communicated.
- Work closely with senior designers and the wider team to develop commercially relevant ladieswear collections.
- Liaise with overseas factories and suppliers throughout the development process, gaining an understanding of ladieswear production and manufacturing.
- Review samples alongside the design team, providing feedback and assisting with amendments to achieve the desired design, fit, quality and finish.
- Support customer meetings and range presentations, gaining an understanding of customer requirements and building strong working relationships.
- Keep up to date with current ladieswear fashion trends.
- Assist with managing the development process, ensuring samples and designs progress in line with deadlines and the critical path.
Additional Information
The ideal Assistant/Junior Ladieswear Designer will have some previous experience in a design role, or relevant fashion design qualifications, with a keen interest in ladieswear and a desire to develop their skills within a commercial fashion business.
They will have a good eye for colour, trend, and detail, alongside a creative approach and an understanding of the high street market.
Good communication and organisational skills are essential, along with a proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to work collaboratively within a busy design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior-level candidate to gain hands-on experience and develop their technical and commercial understanding of ladieswear design.
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Assistant/Junior Ladieswear Designer in Nottingham employer: Danielle Ward Recruitment
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