Assistant Designer Mens RTW

Assistant Designer Men's RTW Dillard's - 3.1 Little Rock, AR Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Record keeping Sketching Sourcing Fashion Design Bachelor's degree in fashion design Labeling Research Administrative experience Product development projects Bachelor's degree Graphic design software Calendar management Fashion design Vendor relationship management Organizational skills Cross-functional collaboration Prototypes Communication skills Technical Proficiency Entry level Cross-functional communication Progress tracking (project management tasks) Under 1 year Full Job Description Little Rock, AR The Assistant Designer for Men's Ready-to-Wear (RTW) plays a critical role in supporting the design team by managing organizational, creative, and administrative tasks essential to the development and execution of seasonal collections. This entry-level position is ideal for a highly motivated individual with a passion for men's fashion, offering an opportunity to learn from experienced designers and gain hands-on experience in the industry.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in researching seasonal trends, color palettes, and fabric innovations to align with brand direction and market demand. Contribute to the creation of inspiration boards, design concepts, and seasonal trend decks. Collaborate with the design team to develop new ideas and designs for Men's RTW collections. Organize and maintain the seasonal fabric, trim, and material libraries, ensuring all items are accurately labeled and accessible. Track the development and arrival of prototypes, trims, and fabric samples, ensuring timely delivery for fittings and reviews. Support the team during fittings by organizing samples, taking detailed notes, and ensuring updates are implemented. Assist in preparing technical packages and updating development sheets with accurate information, including sketches, fabric details, and measurements. Partner with CAD designers and product development teams to ensure seamless communication and execution of design concepts. Create and maintain seasonal binders with comprehensive records of styles, color standards, and fabric swatches for reference. Serve as a liaison between the design team, vendors, and cross-functional partners to track and communicate the status of projects. Assist in coordinating design presentations, ensuring all materials are polished and ready for review by internal stakeholders. Develop relationships with mills, vendors, and manufacturers to source appropriate fabrics and trims that meet the brand's aesthetic and quality standards. Manage the Timing and Action (T&A) calendar to ensure all deadlines are met and escalate potential delays to the design team. Support the design team with scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and managing the flow of communication between departments. Maintain accurate records of development progress, ensuring all details are readily available for reference. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong interest and understanding of men's fashion trends, styles, and market dynamics. Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; familiarity with other design software is a plus. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors. Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to pivot as project needs evolve. Strong teamwork skills, coupled with the ability to work independently when needed. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

Note:

This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field. 0-2 years of experience in fashion design, product development, or a related role (internships included). Familiarity with the design and production process, including fabric sourcing, color matching, and sample reviews.

MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE 1

Year

DESIRED SKILLS

This is a full time, on-site position located at our Dillard's HQ.

Location:

1600 Cantrell Rd., Little Rock, AR 72201 A high level of attendance is required as an essential function of this position. About Us Dillard's was founded by William T. Dillard in 1938 in Nashville, Arkansas with an $8,000 investment in a hometown department store. Today, Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion retailers - operating 250 Dillard's locations and 32 clearance centers spanning 29 states and an Internet store at www.dillards.com. The company focuses on delivering style, quality and value to its customers by offering premium fashion apparel, beauty and home collections from both national and exclusive brand sources. Dillard's complements this curated merchandise assortment with exceptional, client-focused customer care.