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Design & Creative Assistant (East)

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Monsoon Accessorize

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have a fashion degree, 1 year of design assistant experience, CAD/Adobe skills, an eye for color, and the ability to work under pressure while understanding brand handwriting.
  • You will provide design support, assist with trend research, compile mood boards, plan timelines, create sketches digitally and by hand, and produce embroidery and graphics.

Requirements

  • Keen interest and passion to work in fashion design.
  • One years experience as a Design Assistant for a fashion retailer or a supplier in this market
  • Degree in Fashion
  • Ability to use CAD, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator, as well as freehand sketching and designing
  • Good understanding of components and a basic knowledge of construction and manufacturing
  • Self-motivated, enthusiastic and an ability to work under own initiative
  • Confident and articulate communicator with an ability to build strong relationships
  • Ability to deliver to tight timescales and work under pressure
  • Excellent eye for colour
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of ‘brand handwriting’

Responsibilities

  • Provide general administrative support to the design department and as when required
  • Assist and support in the day-to-day operation of the design area; to assist in designing, developing, and sampling an original and innovative range in line with the brand handwriting and business objectives
  • Identifying seasonal trends as appropriate for the brand including key fashion profiles, colours, fabrications and must haves for the season
  • Assist in compiling strong reference material, including researching and compiling mood boards and colour palettes
  • Assist in the planning of the Critical Path for product areas, ensuring effective communication with suppliers and relevant team members
  • Using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to produce flat sketches and other work as required
  • Ability to create sketches and other creative material by hand
  • Digital production of embroideries, appliques, motifs and graphics

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Design Assistant at East?

The main responsibility of the Design Assistant is to assist the Designer in developing an innovative range of apparel and accessories in line with the brand's handwriting and business objectives while providing general administrative support to the design department.

What qualifications are required for the Design Assistant position?

A degree in Fashion and one year of experience as a Design Assistant for a fashion retailer or supplier in this market are required.

What software skills are necessary for this role?

Proficiency in CAD, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator is necessary, along with skills in freehand sketching and designing.

What are the key personal attributes that the ideal candidate should have?

The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, a confident communicator, and able to work under their own initiative and tight deadlines, with an excellent eye for colour.

Are there opportunities for professional development at East?

Yes, employees benefit from a flexible working approach and additional holidays after six months of service, among other perks.

How does East promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

East is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where every individual's unique contributions are valued and respected, enabling all employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.

What kind of discount is provided to staff at East?

Employees receive a generous staff discount of up to 50% on East products.

Is there support for those with disabilities during the hiring process?

Yes, East provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and perform essential job functions.

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Monsoon Accessorize

Creating vibrant products. Sharing endless discovery.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1973
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At the very beginning, our philosophy was ‘small is beautiful’; we started out as a small business with a big passion for vibrant bohemian-inspired clothes, and beautiful fabrics hand-crafted by talented artisans from small communities across Asia. The first Monsoon store opened in London in 1973, selling original collections that featured clothes made with hand-loomed cotton and silk fabrics, organic vegetable dyes and artisan block-printing techniques. Over the years, our business has grown, but our passion remains the same. We have a detailed eye for true beauty, whether that’s our intricate design details, colourful prints, fabrics, or embellishments. We design in-house, source globally and ethically, and are dedicated to delivering keepsake quality, because we love to make our customer’s day just that little bit more special and out of the ordinary. We believe in the positive, empowering, life-changing power of trade rather than aid. We have always worked with craftspeople in villages and small communities to give them sustainable independence. We connect British contemporary designs with our network of craftspeople, and together they create beautiful, unique collections that celebrate our customer’s individuality and sense of adventure.