Company Description

PISTOLA Denim is a premium denim label based in Los Angeles, CA. With a focus on expert cuts and a streetwise sensibility, elevating everyday materials with precise fits and utilitarian style edge. PISTOLA believes that high-quality denim is for everyone, forever.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role as a RTW Design Assistant at PISTOLA Denim. The Assistant Designer will be responsible for assisting in the design process, including sketching, sourcing materials, creating technical packages, and collaborating with the design team. They will also be responsible for assisting in sample fittings, maintaining design documentation, and coordinating with suppliers and manufacturers.

Position Responsibilities:

Reports to the Senior RTW Designer.
Research concepts and create and maintain sketch boards.
Create and update tech packs for development.
Logging and organizing seasonal development information for denim categories.
Weekly, communicate revisions of seasonal development to our overseas partners.
Daily maintain communication with outside vendors and track via the WIP report.
Log in and prep, maintain samples going to outside vendors.
Attend, prep, and recap development meetings and fittings. Create clear notes on design updates/changes.
Create and maintain visual merchandising boards for Design.
Sample management (Fit/Proto/PP Samples).
Prep and organize samples for seasonal photoshoots.

Qualifications

Bachelor or associate degree in apparel design
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Strong experience in sketching and creating technical packs (Excel and PLM systems)
Knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and production processes
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience in the fashion industry is a plus
Highly motivated and eager to learn!
This position is in office 5 days a week

Assistant Designer, RTW