Assistant Designer
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Assistant Designer to support the day-to-day operations of our design team.
This role offers a balanced blend of creative and administrative responsibilities, working closely with our in-house designers across two brands.
You will play a key role in bringing concepts to life, supporting design development, and ensuring smooth workflow across the department.
The ideal candidate has a strong commercial eye, a deep understanding of our customer profile, and a proactive attitude with a genuine passion for fashion.
Key Responsibilities
Compile research, inspiration boards, maintain bulk swatch approvals, and update cost prices in system
Assist with technical illustrations, tech packs, and fabric cards for range sign-offs
Help designers to CAD updates of best sellers
Review new arrivals to ensure product descriptions and imagery align with range direction
Manage systems, including accurate data entry
Coordinated recolours for best-selling products with the planning team and supported order placement.
Oversee sample organisation ensuring samples are prepared for fit sessions
Communicate, follow up, and respond to factory emails
Maintain fabric filing systems and organise the fabric library
Support cross-functional teams including Design, Garment Technology, and Production
Assist with sample tracking and follow-ups to meet critical path deadlines
Analyse weekly trade reports to identify best and worst sellers
Attend range meetings, take detailed notes, and support follow-up actions
About You
Relevant qualification in Fashion Design or a related field
Minimum 1 year experience in a Design Assistant role within a fashion brand
Proficient in CAD systems, particularly Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Strong understanding of the brand's customer profile and aesthetic
Up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and market movements
Highly organised with excellent time management skills
Adaptable, fast-paced thinker with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident communicator, comfortable presenting ideas and updates
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Flexible and open to working across multiple product categories
Why Join Us?
Work within a rapid-paced, creative, and collaborative environment
Opportunity to grow and develop within dynamic fashion brands
Be part of a passionate team bringing innovative designs to life
Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
A consistent early finish with working hours from 7:30am–3:30pm
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📌 Assistant Designer - Womenswear (Sydney)
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📍 Sydney
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