Design Assistant , Polo Boys Knits

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Assist in the daily responsibilities of the Polo Boy's Knits Design team from initial concepts, research, and development through line completion and stock production.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sketch in Illustrator/Photoshop - flat sketches, CADs, layouts, line sheets, graphics, logos, trims
• Create, organize, manage and distribute line sheets for design presentations and global adoptions.
• Obtain and coordinate information between interdepartmental colleagues to achieve all design calendar deadlines and milestones.
• Work in PLM system - inserting and updating images, input info on BOMs
• Organize information, presentation boards, palettes, research, samples
• Research market and competitors
• Attend fittings and work with Technical Design team
• Extensively research tear sheets, mood images, trends, prints, colors, and silhouettes each season
• Assist in creating inspiring design presentation boards each season
• Sketch detailed flats in Photoshop and/or Illustrator
• CAD/render sketches with patterns, prints, and color in Photoshop and/or Illustrator
• Create, assist, and complete all design handoffs/tech packs
• Update sketches and CADs as changes occur in the line and update design board
• Assist in reviewing/approving incoming production samples, strike-offs, dips, and design submits
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the line/responsible for tracking/updating changes
• Attend all fittings and partner with PD/Technical team on all sketch and BOM updates
• Collaborate with all design teams and cross-functional teams throughout the design process
• Support day to day of all design functions

Qualifications

Degree in Fashion

• Design or related field preferred Passion for active/performance/sustainable/innovative design Working knowledge of PLM systems
• Excellent computer skills - Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, AI and 3D design proficiency a plus
• Excellent organizational skills - must be able to communicate clearly and professionally Understanding of garment construction and cut and sew knit fabrications. · Affinity and passion for RL Brand
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion
• Design preferred Technical skill requirements: Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
• Proficient in computer aided sketching and illustration
• Design, color, and aesthetic sensibility PLM experience a plus
• Works with sense of urgency and ability to complete tasks with speed, ease, and accuracy
• Excellent organization skills with ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication and follow-up skills: verbal and handwritten #LI-CE1 Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.

Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.