Design Assistant

We are seeking a Design Assistant to join our growing team. This is a highly creative position with significant interaction with the Design Department and exposure to clients. Our ideal candidate will have some design training and 3 to 5 years of experience working in the design industry. Primary duties involve assisting with design projects and department management. You will be responsible for creating presentations, data entry, assisting the manager and creative director, organizing projects, drawing revisions, and other tasks as needed.

The successful candidate will be creative, energetic, organized, and detail oriented. In addition, candidates will be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while employing a polished and professional approach.

• Ideally, you will have demonstrated in your background:
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Creative talent, imagination and eye for design
• Passion for art, photography, design
• Ability to listen
• Competence to oversee multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Project management skills
• Drive and ambition
• Team-oriented approach
• Capability in maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, diplomacy and discretion
• Effective and professional verbal written communications skills
• Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• 3 years of Designer or industry related experience
• Must have strong Administrative skills and experience
• Must be proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Microsoft Suite
• Experienced knowledge of computer systems and applications
• The primary responsibilities of this position include the following:
• Work directly with the Design Team Manager to support all aspects of design
• Assist Design Team with design development and project workflow management
• Set up Itineraries for the Design Manager/Creative Director

Assist in the execution of design projects, ensuring they align with brand vision and market trends.

• Work alongside cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless design-to-production processes.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and offer creative insights to enhance our product offerings.
• Support the design team in research, trend analysis, and sourcing of materials.
• Assist Design Manager with department management tasks
• Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
• Create ppt presentations
• Help further develop selections process for clients
• Data entry and metric tracking
• Participate in project meetings and take notes
• Assisting Designers in making selections with clients and reviewing drawings
• Producing conceptual drawings in Photoshop
• Processing Data and Original artwork handling
• Potential attendance to trade shows

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• La Mirada, CA 90638: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25