Design Assistant

Marchesa Design Assistant

About the Company

Marchesa is a renowned luxury fashion house celebrated for its exquisite Eveningwear, Bridal, and Couture collections. With a legacy of artistry and innovation, Marchesa is dedicated to creating visionary designs that inspire and captivate. We value creativity, collaboration, and the pursuit of excellence in every collection. As a key player in the world of high fashion, Marchesa offers a dynamic environment for designers passionate about luxury craftsmanship and design.

Marchesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the design team in developing seasonal concepts, assembling color palettes and fabric/trim assortment
• Conduct research on various themes, industry trends, seasonal fashion, materials, and silhouettes, with a focus on luxury eveningwear and couture
• Create beautiful and inspiring digital presentations as well as physical moodboards
• Collaborate with Technical Design to help prepare flats and support the translation of concepts through development to final product
• Participate in fittings under the guidance of the design team
• Support the production process by ensuring the final product reflects the original design vision and meets timeline requirements
• Support the design team with CADs, colorways, and collection living documents updating
• Organize fabric swatches, trims, embellishments, and design references
• Help track and manage sample development and organization
• Assist in preparing materials for communication with ateliers and factories
• Aid in creating line sheets and organizing seasonal collections
• Maintain organized design files and assist with tracking product development timelines
• Help with photoshoot preparation as needed
• Assist with preparation and filing of PR requested sendouts to VIPs

Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in luxury or contemporary women’s fashion design
• Specialization in eveningwear/couture design
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of color, fabric, and embellishment
• Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, PLM systems, and relevant AI tools for fashion design
• Excellent sketching and illustration skills
• Strong communication and organizational abilities
• Collaborative spirit with a passion for design and fashion trends
• Understanding of garment construction, fabric sourcing, and trims
• Ability to multitask and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design

Applicants must send both resume and portfolio to Design Director Anna Holvik [email protected] Incomplete applications will not be revied. If you are selected for next steps - be prepared to create a mini project to demonstrate your understanding of the brand.