Textile Design Assistant

Textile Design Assistant

Serena & Lily is excited to welcome a passionate Textile Design Assistant to our dynamic Design Team at our headquarters in Sausalito, CA. If you possess a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, and a solid technical foundation, we want to hear from you! This role is essential in ensuring that our textile developments maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and timely execution throughout the process from concept to production. You will be reporting to the Senior Designer. Collaborative and hands-on work is a vital aspect of this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborate on the development of various textile categories.
• Create detailed design specifications for seasonal collections, including bedding, bath, beach, and other soft goods.
• Produce scaled renderings using Photoshop for compelling visual presentations.
• Translate creative concepts into precise and technically accurate specifications.
• Develop layouts and adapt original artwork according to textile product needs.
• Build and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical specifications in Backbone PLM.
• Work closely with factories and agents to guarantee product quality and consistency during the development cycle.
• Review lab dips, strike-offs, and development samples with a keen eye for detail, ensuring adherence to specifications and coherence with existing product lines.
• Manage product development submissions and maintain an organized fabric library.
• Assist with seasonal assortment reviews and presentation setups.
• Identify innovative opportunities in production techniques, materials, and design processes.
• Research new ideas, materials, and trims to inspire and support seasonal concepts.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to guide product direction.
• Stay organized and maintain awareness of calendar deadlines and milestone changes.

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