Footwear Design Assistant

Job Title: Design Assistant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and creative Design Assistant to join our dynamic design team. The Design Assistant will provide valuable support to senior designers in the conceptualization, development, and execution of design projects across various mediums. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for design who are looking to gain hands-on experience and contribute to innovative and impactful creative initiatives.

About Ground Up:

Ground Up is a premier footwear manufacturer retaining an integrated portfolio of licensed and owned brands and has grown to be a leading supplier. The company’s unique capability to design and translate fashion trends offers a fresh perspective on licensed footwear.
Ground Up was created with the vision of fulfilling the need for fun, innovative products for the true brand enthusiast. As our product entered the market, we found consumers wanting to express themselves and their fandom in new, creative ways. Consumers connect with us through our brand partnerships, giving them brands they love with a brand they now trust. Ground Up has become a recognizable brand for the whole family that stands for elevated fashion and fun.​

We aspire to have our teams embody our core values of: 

• Service,
• People,
• Teamwork,
• Opportunity,
• Results,
• Innovation, and
• Trust

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist senior designers in creating and refining design concepts for print, digital, and multimedia projects.
• Collaborate closely with the design team to produce visual assets, layouts, and mock-ups that align with project objectives and brand guidelines.
• Conduct research on design trends, industry best practices, and competitor analyses to inform design decisions and creative solutions.
• Organize and maintain digital files, folders, and project assets to ensure accessibility, version control, and efficient workflow.
• Assist in archiving completed projects and assets for future reference and reuse.
• Develop proficiency in design software tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant applications.
• Learn and apply design techniques, principles, and software functionalities under the guidance of senior designers.
• Implement revisions and refinements to design work based on feedback from senior designers and project leads.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Course completion in Footwear 101: Parts of a shoe
• Experience in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is advantageous.
• Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate collaboratively within a team and across departments.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies, design trends, and industry developments.

GUP Perks 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k plan & access to employee recognition programs. 

• Paid vacation, holidays, Eternal Summer Fridays, birthdays off & more! 

• Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment. 

• Ground Up International is an equal opportunity employer.