Product Development Assistant - Morgan Hill, CA

Shoe Palace

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

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In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Assist designers in creating original concepts, researching trims and colors, and maintaining technical documentation like tech packs and line sheets. Support the production process by sourcing fabrics, managing vendor projects, and assisting with garment fittings.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience, with knowledge of Adobe Suites (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) strongly preferred. You are a stylish, energetic, and collaborative individual with strong communication and results-driven capabilities, eager to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Tech Packs

Line Sheets

Spec Sheets

Job Description

AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN!

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

WHERE PASSION MEETS SOLE | JOIN THE SP FAMILY!  

The Role 

Are you looking for a solid start in production and design? 

You are stylish, energetic, collaborative, and have strong communication and are results-driven. You are eager to learn, patient, not afraid to ask questions but also bold enough to take initiative. You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. You are able and willing to do any task physical or creative. Perfect! 

Shoe Palace is looking for a Production Design Assistant who thrives in a rapidly changing environment who is extremely organized and a fabulous multi-tasker. 

 
THIS IS WHAT A DAY AT WORK MAY BE LIKE… 

  • Assist designer in creating original concepts that encompass style, color, and print to ensure customer focused offerings that meet fashion and quality requirements are consistent with the brand profile. 

  • Provide an ongoing array of relevant design options that ensure brand integrity by researching and recommending trims, styles, prints, stitching, colors, etc. 

  • Support the Design team by maintaining sample checklists, sketch boards, shared electronic files, tech packs, graphic designs, etc. 

  • Organize and update design folders with relevant line sheets, orders, and invoices. 

  • Create and update line sheets with the latest information. 

  • Source fabrics and trims from vendors. Sort and label all fabrics and trims. 

  • Compile a shared drive of inspiration and trends for upcoming projects. 

  • Assist in fitting garments and making adjustments. 

  • Support in tech pack and spec sheet creation. 

  • Manage small projects with vendors/ manufacturers. 

  • Opportunities to design apparel and footwear will be presented to assistants based on skill. 

About you.. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing, Arts, Business Admin, or equivalent work experience preferred. 

  • Work experience in fashion retail or production is a plus. 

  • Knowledge of Adobe Suites: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is strongly preferred. 

  • Great communication skills, organization, and highly motivated individuals will excel in this position 

It would be great but not completely necessary to have... 

  • Related experience in design with excellent technical knowledge 

  • Previous work experience in the apparel industry 

  • Knowledge of trending athletic shoe industry 

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE... 

  • A sense of belonging – A dynamic team, high energy, and humility 

  • A sense of purpose – GRIT! We grow from ideas! 

  • A sense of impact – We are growing, come grow with us! 

  • A sense of fun – WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! 

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k + your SP discount 

Shoe Palace is one of the most-trusted athletic footwear and apparel retail chains in the United States. What began as a small, family business in 1993 has now grown into an extremely popular chain of stores and an online retail site — shoepalace.com. 

At Shoe Palace we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to stay on top. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and want to grow with Shoe Palace Corporation. Our team members are bright, professional, enthusiastic, and able to quickly apply their skills to diverse situations. 

Pay Range: $20.00-$21.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Shoe Palace

PASSIONATE. HUMBDIENT. SMART is what our people are, do you have what it takes? At Shoe Palace, we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to stay on top. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and want to grow with Shoe Palace Corporation. Our team members are bright, professional, enthusiastic, and able to quickly apply their skills to diverse situations. Shoe Palace is one of the most trusted athletic footwear and apparel retail chains in the United States. What began as a small, family business in 1993 has now grown into an extremely popular chain of stores and an online retail site — shoepalace.com WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! #SPfromthecommunityforthecommunity
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