Assistant Designer - Apparel

Huckberry is looking for a hard-working, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join the in-house Apparel Design team. This individual will work closely with all cross-functional teams including Merchandising, Tech, and Production to ensure we are creating best-in-class products. This role is vital in keeping all teams on track with day-to-day responsibilities and will also assist in managing key categories from a design perspective. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a strong love for men's design and product.

**This role is based in Austin, TX, and requires regular onsite work at Huckberry HQ

Responsibilities

• Support seasonal development calendar in partnership with Designer/Technical Designers/Developers to hit all key milestone dates
• Manage specific categories through the product creation cycle
• Create mood boards, sketches, CADs, and BOMs for assigned categories and products
• Execute specific design development projects such as mood boards and research as assigned by the design lead
• Manage tech pack updates as needed in our PLM system
• Manage in-season development through the organization of seasonal binders including all submits for lab dips, materials, trim development, etc.
• Create and update linesheets in conjunction with Designer
• Work with design to help source new fabrics and trims
• Maintain an active role in the weekly fittings and WIP meetings, taking notes and following up on all outstanding issues

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in the apparel industry
• Degree in Fashion Design or related field
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Insanely organized and detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot issues on the go
• Can work independently while adhering to deadlines
• Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop, experience with PLM a plus
• Must have a strong passion for menswear, experience in menswear is a plus

Benefits

Our mission of inspiring and equipping adventures is at the core of everything we do. That's why in addition to competitive market salaries and benefits, we have a generous vacation policy, paid time off to volunteer, flexible work from home time, a sabbatical program (recent employee trips include a surf and yoga retreat in Morocco, dog sledding in Norway et al.), summer "See You Out There" Fridays, white water rafting trips, and, of course, loads of free gear.

Company Description

Huckberry is a leading men's lifestyle retailer and magazine. Over a million guys trust us as their go-to resource for the best gear, adventure inspiration, and a lot more. We were recently named one of IAB's most disruptive consumer brands, and we've collaborated with everyone from Matthew McConaughey and Kelly Slater to brands like Lululemon and Coors. We look forward to meeting you.

Want to get to know us better? Check out our:

• Journal: http://huckberry.com/blog
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Huckberry
• Instagram: http://instagram.com/huckberry
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/Huckberry

Huckberry encourages candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are always eager to further diversify our company, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment of mutual respect where all can flourish. All of our employment decisions are based solely on merit and business need.

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