J.Crew Factory is a well-established clothing company known for its classic styles and commitment to quality. The Assistant Designer will assist in the development of seasonal concepts and collaborate with cross-functional partners to support the product lifecycle from concept to final sample.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of seasonal concepts, color stories, fabric, trim, and graphic direction
- Support the team with trend and market research, including seasonal color, material, silhouette, and styling inspiration
- Create and update professional presentation boards, including CAD sketches, illustrations, and fabric/trim swatches
- Prepare visual materials for internal meetings and milestone presentations
- Maintain up-to-date tech packs, CADs, and linesheets in PLM and shared documents
- Help track and organize sample status, raw materials, and product development details
- Collaborate with Production to support design integrity through the development and bulk process
- Assist with lab dip approvals, fabric submits, and print strike-offs, providing feedback as needed
- Work closely with cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Technical Design, and Production to ensure deadlines are met
- Participate in fittings and team reviews to support the product lifecycle from concept to final sample
- Help maintain the sample closet, raw materials library, and seasonal archives in an organized, accessible manner
Skills
- 0–2 years of design experience, internship experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or a related field
- Strong illustration and technical sketching ability (flat and fashion)
- Excellent color sense, trend awareness, and an eye for detail
- Demonstrated creative ability and a strong portfolio showcasing design and CAD work
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of PLM, Microsoft Word, and Excel
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced design environment
- Previous experience in graphic design or knowledge of graphics development is a plus
Benefits
- Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
- Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
- Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
- Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
- Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Company Overview
J.Crew Factory sells discounted clothing and accessories for men, women, and kids, with online shopping and a rewards program. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.jcrewfactory.com.
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