Le Col
Junior Designer Le Col
Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Junior Designer with some product development experience to join the Product team of a high-profile performance-based cycling brand. The right candidate will successfully support a crucial part of the Product Design process and be an important part of a dynamic and fast-growing team based in London.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Support and work with the product team on all product related projects to help create a consistent standard of excellence across all Le Col garments
- Assist the Design team with research - themes, colours, print design, cycling history and inspiration for each season and/or capsule collection to help create a clear vision for each product within the collections
- Assist, create and maintain Design mood boards
- Support the design team by creating prototypes or small mock ups as required, provide ideas for trim executions and construction and continuously seek improvements where possible
- Assist the design team with research and sourcing of new fabrics, trims, and other raw materials
- Assist and maintain colour approval process
- Create and maintain CADS and tech packs for the factory
- Keep up to date on competitor products and trends and present research when required
- Assist and maintain Design critical path, ensuring deadlines are met
- Support the product team with managing the delivery of products and production of pieces within cost and MOQ’s targets
- Participate in fit sessions and reviews of prototypes and samples throughout the season to ensure a clear understanding of the product range and business future goals
- Assisting on all other needs as required by the business
The Ideal Candidate
Candidate’s background
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in apparel Product Design preferably within the Sport / performance industry
- Experience in print design
- Excellent researching skills
- Basic product development knowledge
- Good understanding of critical path
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and MS Office applications
- Bachelor’s degree or related education in Fashion and Textiles
- Basic understanding of cycling clothing and cycling culture
- Must be eligible to work in the UK
Key Personal Competencies /Skills
- Professional, highly motivated, hardworking and flexible, comfortable with change
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent at planning, organising and prioritising workload
- Works well under pressure and thrives on meeting deadlines
- Works well and participate in a collaborative environment
- Great attention to detail
Please submit CV and digital portfolio to Product@Lecol.cc
Due to the anticipated interest in this role only short-listed candidates will be contacted.