Assistant Designer, Design Ops

About Us

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. 

Specific Responsibilities Would Include:

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Design Assistant to join our dynamic team. The idealcandidate will work closely with the manager and team leads to prepare and manage artwork for production,ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to design specifications. This role demands proficiency indesign software, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the manager and team leads to understand and execute design requirements.
• Prepare artwork for integration into Flex PLM, including issuing style numbers.
• Accurately list and manage colors in artwork to ensure consistency within a style.
• Adhere to license color requirements.
• Apply knowledge of design layout and understand how art is scaled for production.
• Be aware of fabrication and printing restrictions to ensure designs are feasible.
• Identify and rectify errors in artwork before finalization.
• Work closely with leads to achieve the intended artistic vision.
• Understand and apply markers/patterns to design.
• Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines

Operations and Results:

• Maintain seamless communication with the manager to update on project progress and addressany issues.
• Review completed assignments to ensure all criteria are met and accuracy is maintained.
• Recognize the importance of precision in design and execution.
• Skills and Qualifications:
• Highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
• Knowledgeable in Adobe Photoshop.
• Ability to excel in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have:

Competency Requirements (if applicable)Behavioral Competencies:

• Decision Making
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Conflict Management and Problem Solving
• Driving Execution

Language Proficiency:

• Fluent in Englis 

Specific Working Conditions 

• Frequency of Travel: As required

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