We are seeking an Assistant Designer for a full-time, onsite contract opportunity in the Downtown Los Angeles area. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to gain hands-on experience across the full product development cycle. You will support the Design team in a fast-paced apparel environment, helping bring trend-right concepts to life for major retail partners.
Schedule & Location:
- Full-time contract role
- Monday through Friday
- 40 hours per week
- 100% onsite in Downtown Los Angeles
Role Overview:
The Assistant Designer will support the Designer and Design Room in all aspects of sample development, fabric and trim management, artwork updates, and communication with overseas factories. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven setting and enjoys balancing creative and administrative responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and track sample requests, ensuring deadlines are met and information is accurate
- Support the creation and processing of CADs for presentations and production packages
- Assist with recoloring prints and artwork to develop colorways and line extensions
- Coordinate sending screens and fabrics out for printing, while monitoring timing and status
- Handle shipments of fabrics and trims for dyeing, making sure instructions and specifications are clearly communicated
- Maintain regular communication with overseas factories to support timely product development
- Receive and check in fabrics and trims; assign and track codes so materials are organized and easy to identify
- Provide day-to-day support for Design Room operations and assist with special projects as needed
What Makes This Role Exciting:
- Work closely with experienced designers in a highly collaborative environment
- Gain exposure to the full development process, from artwork and CADs to sourcing and factory follow-up
- See your work contribute directly to product development for major retail channels
- Build broad experience across design, samples, materials, and production support
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in apparel design, assistant design, or product development support preferred
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and related design tools preferred
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and follow-up skills
- Interest in apparel design, product development, and trend-driven work
