Assistant Designer

Aeropostale seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Design Assistant/ Coordinator to support our Design Team. This role acts as the key liaison between our head designers and third-party vendors, ensuring seamless communication, timely follow-ups, and accurate execution of design intent. The ideal candidate will combine strong communication skills with a foundation in garment knowledge, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the design team and third-party vendors.
• Communicate design intent, fit comments, and product details with clarity and accuracy.
• Coordinate the submission process for samples, lab dips, and other design-related approvals.
• Track and organize all incoming and outgoing submits to ensure deadlines are met.
• Manage email correspondence with vendors, maintaining a professional and timely response system.
• Support head designers by preparing and following up on fit comments, ensuring adjustments are communicated clearly.
• Maintain design libraries, records, and sample archives for quick reference.
• Assist in preparing design packages and presentations as needed.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to keep projects on schedule.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 1-2 years of experience
• Strong sketching skills with the ability to sketch quickly in Illustrator
• Must demonstrate proficiency in CAD, Photoshop, & Illustrator
• Must have ability to be flexible, multi-task and shift priorities
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience using PLM is a plus
• Understanding of the youth market and Aero customer
• Travel may be required, based on business needs.
• Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States.