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in Manhattan, NY
Fashion Design Assistant
Hours | Part-time |
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Location | 13 W 38TH STREET Manhattan, New York |
About this job
Angela Roi (www.angelaroi.com) is an online modern classic handbag brand. We aim to re-create the perception and experience of buying vegan leather fashion. Plus, we are officially partnering with ASPCA and donate a portion of our sales to help mistreated animals and to convey that fashion doesn't depend on cruelty.
Launched in 2013, we are an investor-backed venture with high growth rate. We've been recognized by Vogue, InStyle, Lucky, FoxNews and more and were recently selected as The Coolest New Business in America 2015 by Business Insider.
The Design Assistant Intern position is responsible for assisting in developing a handbag product line representative of the Angela Roi brand with Creative Director, Angela Lee and Angela Roi design advisor, Patrick Pardo (Former Senior Design Diretor of Coach). Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is a must. Candidate must also be independent, extremely organized, detail oriented, and timely. Focus on elevated design aesthetic and quality construction details is necessary.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with the Design Team:
Help head designer to manage the design process from concept to production of finished collections.
Translate Designer's (Angela's design) sketches into digital, life-size technical sketches and spec packages
Research seasonal products and colors, fashion trends, source materials, and components
Develop innovative inspired designs and collections while also providing feedback on current collections, for areas of improvement
Working with Manufacturing Team:
Issue all designs and styles with specs/swatches/layouts etc. to our domestic team and overseas manufacturer
Supervise corrections to samples throughout production process
Working with Management Team:
Understand Angela Roi Customer and brand positioning and work with management team for direction
Present and Review new lines with management and sales team
Present trend reports and projected collections to all internal stakeholders
Identify potential production and quality issues and make recommendations to ensure elevated aesthetic
All design, sampling, resampling, and production deadlines must be met
Track and manage personal workflow
Collaborate with design partners to gain clear direction
Identify opportunities and make suggestions for process improvement
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop, Full Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
Prior experience in planning and design direction
Experience in trend research, trade show attendance
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Superior organizational skills and ability to multi task
Ability to proactively trouble shoot and problem solve with calculated approach
Ability to convey necessary corrections.
REQUIREMENTS
Resume
Cover Letter
Portfolio
Payment: Unpaid 6-month Internship
Hours: 10-15 Hours
Date: Immediately
Location: Midtown, NYC
Job Type: Internship
Job Location:
New York, NY 10018
Required education:
Bachelor's