Design Assistant

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role., We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Design Assistant to help bring our sustainable fashion vision to life. In this role, you will design garments, assist with their development, and document the entire creation process to showcase our craftsmanship and share engaging content on our social platforms. This position combines hands-on design work with storytelling to highlight our commitment to sustainability., Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

This role is only open to current Manchester Met students who have:

• Strong skills in sketching, technical drawing, and garment construction.

• Knowledge of sustainable fabrics, trims, and design practices.

• Proficiency in design tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and pattern-making software.

• Ability to document processes creatively for social media and storytelling.

• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

• Awareness of sustainable fashion trends and innovations.

• Passion for ethical and sustainable fashion.

Preferred:

• A degree or diploma in fashion design or a related field.

• Previous experience in garment design or production is a plus.