Entry Assistant Designer (Topshop)
About the role
ASOS is looking for a Design Graduate to join the Topshop Design team in London. Working with designers and the wider design team, you will support the development of the Topshop product offer across multiple categories, from trend research and concept development through to product creation and fittings. Applications are made through the ASOS careers site.
Responsibilities
- Support the design team with trend and market research
- Create mood boards, colour palettes and design presentations
- Assist with CAD development and technical sketch work
- Prepare design packs and product information for supplier communication
- Support sample management and organisation
- Assist with fit sessions and maintain fit notes
- Research competitors, emerging brands and cultural trends
- Support range reviews and product sign-offs
- Maintain design archives and seasonal inspiration libraries
Essential requirements
- Recently completed a Fashion Design degree or equivalent
- Strong interest in the fashion industry and the Topshop brand
- Excellent eye for fashion, product and emerging trends
- Good understanding of shape, colour, fabrication and product development
- Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to work collaboratively within a team and confident presenting ideas
Nice to have
- A portfolio that demonstrates creativity, trend awareness and product thinking
- Awareness of the contemporary fashion market and competitor landscape
- Experience creating CADs, mood boards and design presentations
What you'll learn
- How the full design process works from trend research to product creation
- Building CADs, design packs and technical sketches to a commercial standard
- Working with suppliers, fittings and range sign-offs
- How a fast paced fashion design team plans a season
Perks & benefits
- Entry level role within the Topshop design team
- Exposure to the full design process across multiple categories
- Working alongside experienced designers in a London head office
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