Design Assistant, RRL Wovens

Company Description
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview
The Assistant Designer will support the RRL Wovens Shirt design team from initial concept approval through production. This role will have a strong focus on design and product development across the woven shirt category. A positive attitude and excitement for the brand are needed. The candidate will have to take initiative, embrace change, adapt to learning new concepts and procedures. Finally, candidate needs to be extremely detail oriented with strong technical skills, understanding of garment construction, and knowledge of fabrics / color theory.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Assist with preparation for all Design Meetings, Board Reviews, Hand Offs, Line Reviews & Showroom Openings.
* Responsible for all sketch color ups and stat creation to clearly illustrate the design team's vision each season.
* Responsible for all technical flat sketching and handoffs to the Tech team in partnership with the Senior Design Director.
* Work with Senior Design Director to select design components and trims each season to execute clear handoffs to the PMT teams.
* Attend all fittings and take notes for follow-up (including fit prep).
* Work cross functionally with PMT, Merchandising, and Tech teams to communicate updated information throughout the development process.
* Work with Woven Shirt design team to create inspirational design boards and sketches to convey design concepts through vintage protos, tear sheets, fabric swatches, etc
* Manage vintage and design library.
* Assist designers in seasonal research of current market trends & runway shows in fabric, silhouette, embroidery, color, pattern, trim, wash, and finishing techniques.
* Organize all electronic and physical design materials.
* Create seasonal product knowledge documents to share with Merchandising and External Partners
* Work with Fabric / PMT teams on the development of new seasonal fabrics and wash development
* Organize and manage trim libraries for easy access / reference.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge
· Bachelor's Degree in Design preferred · Proficient in flat sketching · Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, and Web PLM · Working knowledge of pattern making and garment construction. · General understanding of basic fabric constructions · Strong design, color, and aesthetic sensibility · Excellent organization skills with ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously in order to help meet team deadlines · Strong communication and follow-up skills: verbal & handwritten · Team player with strong interpersonal skills #LI-ce1