Assistant Designer

Company Description

Canada Goose isn’t like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special – an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you’re part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.

Here, opportunities are everywhere – to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.

Job Description

The Assistant Designer will support the Design Manager/Senior Designer in executing all aspects of product design. Working closely with the design team, the Assistant Designer will partner on a continuous basis to enhance premium product, the consumer experience and the Canada Goose brand. The Assistant Designer will collaborate cross-departmentally to aid and build a strong seasonal assortment that relates to Canada Goose. Adhering to the Canada Goose core values, the Assistant Designer will be innovative, passionate, relentless, and entrepreneurial. Exceptional project and time management skills are a must, paired with the ability to engage the existing core audience while seeking new ways to build and evolve the premium global brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Design Manager/Senior Designer to observe and own seasonal calendar, as it relates to the company calendar
• Research and provide a creative point of view to assist in creation of seasonal line
• Assist Design Team to remain the constant voice of product continuity throughout the design process, ensuring that the product details are consistent in the designated category
• Create technical packs and update as required for all styles determined
• Support the colour process in coordinating the lab dip process for all new and existing materials
• Assist Design Team to create seasonal fabric and trims briefs
• Assist Design Team to create seasonal product tech packs
• Support the Design Team to create and organize presentation assets for the Product Creation Go to Market (PCGTM) process
• Maintain notes from all fittings and gates
• Global travel for research / concept and product development
• Office & Manufacturing environment/ WFH hybrid
• Offsite travel may be required
• All other duties as assigned

Experience, Education and Designations:

• BA hons Degree or above in Fashion Design
• 0-2 years applicable working Design experience within an Apparel Design role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer Skill; included proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign) is essential
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
• Proficient knowledge of apparel product construction
• Excellent presentation skills of both design and final presentation
• Proficient in technical apparel sketching (CAD)
• Prior experience with Product Line Management (PLM) preferred
• Anticipates market needs and how to prepare for them
• Has a critical eye on the market, runway and current trends
• Brings newness to the design process through exploratory thinking and executing
• Demonstrates creative ability that exceeds market expectations

Additional Information

We believe in the power of inclusion and that our best work happens when people bring their authentic selves to work and are welcomed for exactly who they are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and definition and strive to remove barriers to create an inclusive culture and equitable workplace where everyone can live authentically, every day and in every situation.

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

There are multiple ways to interview with us! If you require any interview accommodation for your interview, please e-mail us at [email protected].
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