Current Vacancies

Product Designer

Ideal candidate would come from a Product Development or Garment Technology background or Pattern Cutting Experienced.

Location: Cheshire West – Commutable from South Manchester, Merseyside, Shropshire, North Wales.

This is not a Design role.

Salary dependant on experience.

Job Summary

This role reports to a Principal Product Designer for a specific class of products. It is focused on executing and coordinating product design tasks as part of a wider design team. This may include developing and using specialist garment design skills

Duties and responsibilities

• Analysis of customer requirements
• Development of design concepts using CAD/ CAM (Gerber & AutoCAD)
• Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and photography
• Participation in design reviews and customer meetings
• Preparation of design documentation
• Support manufacturing sites through New Product Introduction activities
• Research materials, processes, or market requirements
• Support prototype development working closely with machinists
• Provide customer support as required throughout the development process
• Support testing events, on-site and off-site
• Occasional travel to support business requirements
• Make presentations to present design ideas and concepts.

Skills

• Garment/product design
• Anthropometric sizing
• Gerber Pattern Design Software
• Auto CAD software
• Understanding of clothing manufacture
• Understanding of product validation, testing and qualification
• Technical documentation compilation (Report writing, Standard Operating Procedures, Qualification documentation)
• Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with company goals
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Design Assistant

Entry level salary approx £23k

Full-time Office based

Manchester

Working alongside designers on multiple brands across several product areas.

Assisting designers on ranges for DTC websites and multiple wholesale accounts.

Keeping up to date with current trends and creating mood boards to aid with future strategies and helping to present to wider business.

Researching new emerging trends and high street/branded competitors, including comp shop trips.

Bring new and fresh ideas to the team.

Liaise and build strong relationships with suppliers and key accounts.

Assisting designers with tech packing.

Assisting with updating the critical path to ensure design communications are up to date.

Assisting team to organise lab dips and strike offs.

Provide administrative support to the design team, Including day to day autes.

Ensure trims room is organised at all times.

Team

Ensure you understand and are focused and working towards a shared goal.

Seek guidance on ‘Best Practice’ from the team and implement

Develop relationships as appropriate with Warehouse, Buying/Merchandising, Marketing etc.

Essential Skills and Experience

Must be able to work exceptionally well on Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop is beneficial but not essential

Degree in fashion design

Strong Organisation Skills

Creative

Curiosity and capacity to learn/develop as a designer

Interview Requirements

Current design portfolio

Junior Streetwear Designer

Manchester City Centre

Office based role

Salary approx £24k to £29k dependant on exp.

Our Client is looking for a new multi-product apparel designer with relevant industry experience to join the team to work on a new streetwear brand.

The designer for this brand must have an in-depth knowledge in multi-product apparel design including jersey, denim ,woven and outerwear. Graphic design skills are also required as well an understanding how to apply graphics to apparel through print techniques, applications, fabric and trim development.

The role will be to produce and follow supplied references and inspiration with the ability to translate this into commercial collections. An in depth knowledge of streetwear culture and finger on the pulse with current trends are key within this role. You will be reporting into the Head of Design working closely with a team of designers and developers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Research new colours, trims and fabrics, producing mood boards
• Ability and know how to create exciting seasonal collections in line with research and direction provided, from concept through to production
• Produce sketches, technical drawings and tech packs in adobe illustrator with a high attention to detail
• Handover tech packs to the product development team, ensuring that key design details are translated
• Ensure key deadlines are met

Experience Required

• Have an in-depth knowledge of current and past streetwear trends
• Ideally educated to a degree level in fashion design
• Immersed in style and culture
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication skills

This role is based on-site full time in Central Manchester. Benefits include 25 Days holiday, private health-care and free gym membership.

Junior Streetwear / Casualwear Designer – Menswear

Manchester – City Centre

Full-Time Office based no hybrid

Salary C£22k-£25k dependant on exp.

Our client is known for  bold designs and cultural relevance. They are passionate about creating clothing that resonates with the urban lifestyle and pushes the boundaries of fashion.

Job Description: We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Junior Streetwear Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for streetwear fashion, an eye for detail, and the ability to translate current trends into unique designs.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of seasonal streetwear collections from concept to completion.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, fabrics, and techniques.
• Create sketches, technical drawings, and detailed design specifications.
• Collaborate with senior designers and cross-functional teams, including production and marketing.
• Participate in fittings and provide feedback on samples.
• Assist in preparing presentations and mood boards for internal reviews.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the streetwear market and emerging trends.
• Support the team with day-to-day tasks and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in fashion design, preferably in streetwear.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop.)
• Understanding of garment construction and textiles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A portfolio showcasing your design work, with an emphasis on streetwear.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and creative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Employee discounts on all products.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a portfolio immediately.

Menswear Designer

Manchester City Centre – Office based ( no hybrid )

Salary dependant on experience

Menswear Designer

Having launched in 2020 this brand group is experiencing rapid growth and is now looking for a new multi-product apparel designer with relevant industry experience to join the team.

The designer for this brand must have an in-depth knowledge in multi-product apparel design across all categories. They must be comfortable developing new shapes and leading fits, working closely with the product development team. Strong graphic design skills are also required, as well an understanding how to apply graphics to apparel through print techniques, applications, fabric and trim development.

You will produce and present relevant market research, current trends and inspiration and with guidance from the Head of Design translate this into commercial collections. Identifying new key trends that are relevant for the brand is a key part of the role. Experience in garment construction is equally important as is an interest in streetwear culture. You will be reporting into the Head of Design working closely with a team of designers, product developers and brand directors.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Research new colours, trims and fabrics, producing mood boards
• Produce sketches, technical drawings and tech packs in adobe illustrator with a high attention to detail
• Confidently present in front of brand directors
• Handover tech packs to the product development team, ensuring that key design details are translated
• Ensure key deadlines are met

Experience Required

• Ability and know how to create exciting multi product seasonal collections in line with research and direction provided, from concept through to production
• Have an in-depth knowledge of current and past streetwear trends
• Ideally educated to a degree level in fashion design
• Immersed in style and culture
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication skills