Design Assistant Seraphine
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About us:At Seraphine we believe women deserve to feel confident and stylish through every stage of motherhood. Founded in London we create elevated maternity pieces that blend comfort and contemporary design. Loved by women worldwide our mission is to make pregnancy fashion aspirational enjoyable and effortlessly wearable.
Role Purpose
We are recruiting for a passionate and enthusiastic Design Assistant to join our in-house Design team. Working in a varied and forward thinking department we are looking for someone who can add innovative ideas and enthusiasm into design processes and strategy. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their talent within the fashion industry. You will work closely with a creative and talented Senior Designer who will strongly support your development and provide the opportunity to grow your experience across product development.
Role Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Design Team across all product categories
- Maintaining and updating documentation ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
- Assisting with the preparation for sign off meetings; organising samples and updating CAD sheets
- Managing daily tasks in line with critical path
Creating and amending CADs in Photoshop and Illustrator as well as print designs/recolours - Liaising with Buying Garment Tech Suppliers & Factories
- Researching relevant trends for shape print and colour in keeping with the brand
Creating competitor shop reports trend flashes and key items
Keeping up to date with the latest trends via shops catwalks and social media to provide insight and recommendations to the team
Providing consistent and quality admin support to the team
Assisting in the preparation for photo shoots and attending photoshoots as hands on support where necessary
Management of lab dips and bulk approvals alongside Buying team
Assisting designers in development of design briefs and spec packs
Fabric and trim shopping for in house atelier to ensure efficient running of pattern room
Continually aiming to develop yourself asking your Line Manager for support and guidance
Completing any other duties as reasonably requested by the company to ensure the continuous development of the business
Working to your own initiative and be able to take responsibility when required by the team
Role Requirements:
- Fashion design related degree or equivalent industry experience within fashion retail
- Strong Photoshop and Illustrator skills
- Ability to translate trends into a commercial way for the customer
- Previous experience working in a fast paced environment
- Indesign and hand sketching skills
- Adept in technical drawings
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Great organisation skills and the ability to adjust to changes and work flexibly
- Able to multitask whilst producing high quality output and meeting deadlines
- Demonstrate a can-do attitude and resilience
- Self-motivated and eager to learn
Key Skills
- Interior Design
- CAD
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Constant Contact
- Sketchup
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Adobe Photoshop
- Autocad
- Adobe Illustrator
- Garment Construction
- Sewing
- Adobe Indesign
About Company
Lipsy is a London-based fashion brand that’s bold, dynamic, and always evolving. We create trend-led designs with a signature feminine edge, blending sophistication with unapologetic glamour. From statement-making eveningwear to effortlessly chic everyday looks, every piece is designe ... View more
