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Serena & Lily · 3 months ago

Assistant Designer, Textiles

Sausalito, CA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

1+ years exp

Serena & Lily is searching for an Assistant Designer to join their Design Team at their Sausalito Headquarters. This role is responsible for assisting in all textile developments, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely execution from concept to production.

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Responsibilities

Support the development of all textile categories

Create design specifications for seasonal collections across products including bedding, bath, beach, and other soft goods

Produce scaled renderings in Photoshop for visual presentations

Translate creative concepts into precise, technically accurate specifications

Develop layouts and adapt original artwork to suit textile product requirements

Build and maintain BOMs and technical specifications in Backbone PLM

Partner with factories and agents to ensure product quality and consistency throughout the development cycle

Review lab dips, strike-offs, and development samples with a sharp eye for detail, ensuring accuracy against specs and cohesion with existing product lines

Manage product development submissions and maintain fabric libraries

Assist with seasonal assortment reviews and presentation setups

Identify opportunities for innovation in production techniques, materials, and design processes

Research new ideas, materials, and trims to inspire and support seasonal concepts

Monitor market trends and competitive activity to inform product direction

Stay organized and up to date with calendar deadlines and milestone changes

Qualification

BFA in Textile DesignTextile design experienceAdobe Creative SuiteTechnical specificationsHighly organizedProblem solvingDetail orientedTeam player

Required

BFA in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or related field

1-3 years' experience in textile design, fashion design or product development

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Detail Oriented – from producing technically accurate specs to evaluating color, you have an eye for detail and commitment to quality

Quick Learner and a self-starter – seeking assistance when faced with challenges and finding the right resources to finish tasks

Highly organized – thrives in fast past environments by keeping a meticulous eye on all the balls in the air at one time, able to anticipate the next step and effectively self-manage their time

Problem Solver – you see a problem, and you solve it. Highly adaptable in a dynamic environment

An ability to listen well and follow direction, asking for clarity when needed

Team player – ready to lend a hand, no matter the task

You build strong and mutually respectful cross functional relationships