Assistant Print Designer

What is the roleAlongside creating your own designs, you will also support senior members of the design team with artwork development, recolouring existing prints and preparing CADs using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You will carry out regular online shop and competitor research to help identify emerging trends, colour direction and new product opportunities. Working closely with the design and buying teams, you will help ensure designs align with product direction and customer demands.What you will doSupport the creation of in-house print artwork, creating both placement and all over print designs in conjunction with the Lead Print DesignerEnsure artwork is prepared accurately for production and developmentAssist with the development and recolouring of existing prints and graphicsAbility to working to a given design brief by the Buying teamStay up to date with fashion trends, colour stories and competitor activityCarry out online shop and competitor analysis to identify trends, product opportunities and colour direction and complete a monthly reportAble to work at a fast-pace and adapt to changeLiaise with other team members to ensure effective communication.Take responsibility for personal development and actively seek opportunities for improvementManaging workload and prioritising projectsWhat you will bringHand drawing / Procreate / Digital drawingA Fashion Design, Textile Design or Graphic Design degree, or similar creative qualificationGraduate, internship or placement experience within a fashion or design environmentA portfolio demonstrating hand drawing skills, creativity and an interest in fashion, colour and trendsCompetent user of Adobe Photoshop and IllustratorAbility to create a variety of print and graphic styles, with good hand drawing, illustrative and digital design skillsAn understanding of print techniques and the print design processHighly creative with a strong interest in print design, colour and fashion trends.Able to contribute your ideas to the design teamPrecision in design work and the ability to spot and correct errors.A passion for fashion particularly in the nonstandard sizing market.Good communication skills both verbal and written.The ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative.Good time management & organisational skills.A self-motivated and proactive approach to completing given tasks.A willingness to learn & the ability to work under pressure.A commercial outlook and a keen business sense.A proven record of good attendance & flexibility.The ability to adapt to frequent change in a high-pressure environment.TPBN1_UKTJ