Fashion Design Intern

Broken Planet (@brokenplanet) is among the fastest-growing streetwear brands in the UK. By combining fashion and sustainability, Broken Planet was able to attain 200,000 customers in less than 2 years and 500,000 thousand followers worldwide in less than 3 years. Space-themed elements, Earth-tone colours and puff prints are signatures and distinctive. Broken Planet features that make the brand unique. However, one of the most important aspects of a brand is its sustainability and ethical standards. Every product is made of organic cotton or recycled materials and under ethical/fair working conditions. Exponential growth brings more opportunities as well as challenges, therefore Broken Planet is looking for talented and passionate individuals to join the team. We are looking for people with diverse skills and perspectives who empower teamwork and celebrate differences. We believe these are important attributes in creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

THE ROLE:
We are looking for a talented and experienced Fashion Design Intern who will play an important role in assisting the
design team as they develop and sample new Broken Planet products.
• Paid
• (Part-time) Monday, Wednesday, Friday

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Work under the direction of members of the design team in multiple creative and organisational functions
• Assist on creating and developing new garments, concepts, prints and patterns, from brainstorming initial ideas
to the final product
• Assist in the preparation of presentation boards
• Run errands and keep the design studio clean and organised
• Print graphics from photoshop to test sizing for new prints
• Assist designers in creating technical files for garments including technical drawings and trim specifications
• Pattern cut, construct and sew toiles/samples and make further alterations ready for product launch
• Support meetings with the Creative Directors and design team, taking notes where appropriate

WHO YOU ARE:
• A student or graduate with a technical/fashion diploma or degree in a related field (a streetwear/sportswear
specialism is a plus)
• Interested in the Broken Planet Aesthetic
• Proficient in the use of the Adobe suite, Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign
• Precise and proactive, with good time management and problem-solving skills
• Knowledgable in the sector of trims/fabric development and how they are used best
• Knowledgable in garment construction, fit and pattern development
• Able to understand and adapt to new processes and ways of working at a fast pace