Anthropologie Weddings ยท 3 weeks ago
Free People Temporary Design Assistant
US-PA-Philadelphia
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expAnthropologie Weddings is seeking a Temporary Design Assistant for their Free People brand. This role involves supporting the development of private-label products, collaborating with the design team throughout the design process, and assisting in the creation and management of design packages.
E-CommerceFashionRetailWedding
Responsibilities
Contribute to the creation, development, and execution of Free-est private-label product, with a focus on knits and sweaters
Support the design of product that reflects the unique Free-est aesthetic across dresses, sets, one-pieces, bottoms, tops, and third-layer pieces
Assist throughout the design process, including sketching concepts using Procreate and/or Adobe Illustrator, researching trends, and leveraging AI tools to enhance creative exploration
Actively participate in weekly Design Flow meetings by taking notes, tracking action items, and following up in alignment with the manager
Support the seasonal development calendar in partnership with the Free-est design team
Execute assigned design development projects under the direction of the Designer and Design Director
Assist in the creation, management, and execution of design packages, including ongoing follow-up and communication with the Design Coordinator and Product Development team
Complete and maintain technical sketches for both domestic and overseas programs, ensuring all updates are accurately managed
Set up and maintain spec sheets for private-label products, supporting designers with development and cross-functional communication as needed
Communicate fit and construction updates to cross-functional partners by managing weekly fit recap notes and flagging major changes to the Design Coordinator and Product Development team
Research and report on industry trends, including silhouettes, color direction, and fabric innovations relevant to the Free People customer
Execute original design concepts through draped and sewn mock-ups to clearly communicate design intent during key reviews
Collaborate closely with the Designer, Design Director, and Free-est team to support innovative presentations for key design meetings with buyers and brand leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design with related field experience
Between 1-4 years of experience
Strong understanding of cut-and-sew knits and sweater fabrications, with the ability to apply this knowledge to garment construction and design execution
Proven ability to drape, mock, and sew; hands-on construction skills are required
Solid technical design foundation with a passion for garment construction and craftsmanship
Excellent hand sketching and CAD skills, with proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Procreate
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional partners
Positive attitude with strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred
Working knowledge of AI design tools (e.g., MidJourney, PromeAI) is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Generous employee discounts
Retirement savings
Much more
Company
Anthropologie Weddings
A wedding destination, exclusively from Anthropologie Anthropologie Weddings is a destination for the bride in search of uniquely beautiful ways to celebrate a uniquely beautiful love story.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase