Retrofête · 2 hours ago
Design Assistant
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
1+ years expRetrofête is a womenswear collection known for its bold character and intricate details. They are seeking a Fashion Design Assistant to support the design team in developing seasonal concepts, organizing materials, and ensuring designs are market-ready.
FashionManufacturingTextiles
Hiring Manager
Melissa Dos Santos
Responsibilities
Assist design team in developing seasonal design concepts through research, draping, textile manipulation, and other exploratory creative techniques
Organize all seasonal colors, fabrics, prints and embroideries by category and track all approvals and changes
Maintain development status charts / track the status of all samples with a refined attention to detail
Collaborate with designers to create technical flats and CADs for each collection
Create and launch detailed tech packs, ensuring that all design elements and specifics of garment construction are clearly communicated and well articulated
Communicate with overseas factories on a daily basis regarding new developments, tech packs and style updates
Manage all design office upkeep, organization, etc. Maintain boards, line sheets and presentation slides to be shared across departments
Attend fittings, take details notes and work with factories to ensure the design's intention is accurately realized and fit comments are clearly communicated
Ensure all designs are market-ready and all necessary information is communicated to all teams
Must have a strong ability to to multitask in a fast paced environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design
1-3 years experience working on design team (advanced contemporary / luxury experience is a plus)
Team player with excellent communication skills with necessary follow through
Self starter with the ability to function independently as well as in a team
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Proficient in Adobe photoshop and illustrator, Procreate, and Excel
Proficient sewing, draping and sketching skills
Strong time management and ability to multitask / thrive in a fast paced environment
Strong understanding of construction and luxury finishings
Willingness to learn and take direction, eager to grow within a creative and driven team
Company
Retrofête
Taking its name from a fusion of synonyms for “vintage” and “party,” Retrofête celebrates the glamour and opulence of decades past.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ohad Seroya
Co-Founder and Creative Director
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