DESIGN ASSISTANT

The Design Department at MATTEO is looking for a creative candidate with a fundamental background in design yet is in the process of refining their skill sets and establishing their point of view. This Candidate is someone who wants to develop themselves laterally across different facets of the design process-working with color, texture, print. This Candidate wants to nurture a concept and see it to fruition.

As a company, MATTEO is constantly learning and improving, never passive, and always enthusiastic when it comes to the art of creating a product. This Candidate will look at the 25-year history of MATTEO to help find its future.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Design Boards: The Design Assistant will 'own' the design boards. Any changes, evolutions or iterations will be kept updated by the Design Assistant. They will ensure that the information on the boards is tidy and relevant.
• Print Development: The Design Assistant will help explore print concepts through hand-sketch or Adobe Illustrator. They will work on color and scale iterations to present to the Design Manager for feedback and critique.
• Design Research: The Design Assistant will study the homewares category to learn what people want, not just what other brands are offering. They will also pull references from other textile driven industries-if relevant-to underscore a concept.
• Samples: The Design Assistant will help organize and track sample developments, communicating from time to time with vendors to either receive updates or provide instruction.
• Marketing Projects: The Design Assistant will assist the Marketing team in organizing or gathering samples for photoshoots, if requested.
• Production support: The Design Assistant will be available to assist in other departments during peak capacity times, or as instructed.

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity or proficiency in Microsoft Office
• BFA in a relevant field or equivalent portfolio experience preferred
• Fundamental understanding of sewing operations, textiles, dye process and vernacular
• Keen understanding of priorities and ability to reprioritize as needed
• Extreme attention to detail and maintaining accuracy
• Strong organizational mindset

This is a full time, hourly position. Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) available after probationary period.

Quarterly Bonus/Profit Sharing Program: Up to 50% of your annual income at the discretion of Management per year. The amount of the bonus and whether a bonus is even awarded is a completely discretionary decision by the company management dependent on numerous factors including company and employee performance, general business climate, and production goals.

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