Assistant Designer

We are hiring an Assistant Designer for a top lingerie company in NYC! Our Assistant Designer is an individual contributor responsible for assisting with the creation of commercially viable product designs across collections. Coordinates and delivers brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy; encompassing style, color/print, fit and fabric for new/existing product lines. Applies a solid working knowledge of fashion trends and consumer needs to product designs. Demonstrates a passion for the brand, inspires individuals and relies on limited experience to plan and accomplish goals. Takes direction under immediate supervision, exercising a minimal degree of scope/decision making.Pay $40/hrResponsibilities:Assist the design team in the creation of brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategyDeliver design sketches/prototypes and provide clear specifications for constructionBuild and maintain the sample roomCreate flat sketches and CAD imagesPrepare design team for routine and milestone meetings, including the coordination of line presentation boards/tableaus and selection of product samplesCommunicate ongoing development details to internal partners (i.e. Production, Tech, Merchants) and vendors, ensuring all communication is flowing to the correct peoplePartner with technical design on fit and execution of prototypes, assisting with scheduled fittings and necessary follow-upTrack and organize development samples, ensuring they are delivered within required timelines and seamlessly passed off to key partiesAttend routine team meetings and key partner alignment sessionsAdapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalizationApply processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer in order to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needsUtilize resources in sourcing new ideas, both internally and externally, and stay up to date on competitor research/trend analysisCommunicate point of view clearly through mood boards and concept tearsAchieve set goals with acute attention-to-detail, tracking progress & anticipating potential issuesPursue/embrace opportunities to personally grow and develop skills/competenciesDevelop and understand the eye/brand identity and specific categoryBuild and maintain effective relations with key partnersSeek to improve process to deliver efficiently with speed/agilityRequired Qaulifications:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experienceEntry level with some design experience in a comparable retail environmentMicrosoft Office, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign proficiency; Centric a plusExceptional talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performanceExceptional organizational skillsAbility to recall informationCustomer service philosophyCollaborative partner with a team-oriented approachHighly motivated, passionate and results orientedSolid communication and presentation skillsSolid understanding and ability to communicate construction instructionsChampion for change and able to react with speed and agilityFlexible and creative problem solverPersonal professionalism and accountabilityIf you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.About Solomon PageFounded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.Opportunity Awaits.