Product Development and Design Assistant
Meijer · Grand Rapids
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The PD & Design Assistant supports the Product Development & Design team by contributing to the creation, development and execution of each season’s Own Brand assortments from initial concept through to production.What You'll Be Doing:
- Assist Product Development and Design team in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends.
- Assist with print & graphic development for each season.
- Review lab dips, artwork strike-offs and hand-looms for layout and execution.
- Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.
- Sketch designs in Illustrator (flats) and communicate construction details.
- Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.
- Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.
- Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions.
- Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
What You Bring With You (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
- 1-7 years of experience in Women's Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development.
- Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business objectives.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Basic knowledge of Design, Apparel Construction and Textiles.
- Ability to understand and analyze Market/Trend information.