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Junior Designer LWC

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The White Company

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have experience in childrenswear (0-6 years), an understanding of luxury markets, a BA in Fashion/Textiles, strong design skills, and proficiency in CAD, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
  • You will design LWC products, create seasonal mood boards, manage samples, source fabrics, conduct trend research, and collaborate with garment tech, ensuring all designs meet critical deadlines.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with preferably an international brand, retailer, or manufacturer. Your design speciality should be childrenswear (age 0-6 years in particular). It is essential that you either have experience with the entry luxury/high-end high street market or can demonstrate a clear understanding of the essential differences from mass market children’s brands.
  • Strong track record with creative & commercial success and experience working within a retail BMDT team
  • BA degree in Fashion/Textiles design
  • Commercial handwriting and understanding of LWC brand, style and customer and the ability to design stand-out pieces from our competitive set
  • Ability to work within a team building relationships based on shared values and respect.
  • Good verbal and visual communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with colleagues, suppliers and others at all levels
  • Excellent sketch & spec skills to understand garment production.
  • Excellent CAD and print skills. Computer skills to include Photoshop, Illustrator.
  • Strong enthusiasm for LWC as a brand

Responsibilities

  • To support in designing all the LWC product ranges.
  • To help create LWC clothing mood boards at the beginning of each season which reflect White Print, the overall seasonal mood set for the whole of the business.
  • To design motif across all areas of LWC.
  • To design print across all areas of LWC – prior experience of putting artworks into repeat in illustrator is essential to the role.
  • To set up clear and accurate briefs for each LWC style and work closely with the garment tech to establish specifications for first samples.
  • To liaise with suppliers thereafter as required.
  • To be responsible for all of the admin around the logging, tracking and storing of LWC bought clothing samples and print artworks.
  • Identifying & sourcing new fabrics, yarns or components for new sample development to drive new product and range development for the customer.
  • To regularly review competitors and conduct relevant trend research.
  • To have the ability to strategically plan and to be extremely organised.
  • Ensure all designs are executed and meet your departments’ critical path dates.
  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of the market, supplier base, competition, and customer requirements across your departments in particular.

FAQs

What is the role of a Junior Designer at LWC?

The Junior Designer will support the team in delivering the LWC Clothing strategy, develop the brand image, strengthen market position, and increase profits through their designs.

What specific tasks will the Junior Designer be responsible for?

The Junior Designer will be responsible for designing all LWC product ranges, creating mood boards, designing motifs and prints, setting up briefs, liaising with suppliers, and managing administrative tasks related to clothing samples and artworks.

What background is preferred for this role?

A BA degree in Fashion/Textiles design is required, along with extensive experience in a design role, particularly in childrenswear (0-6 years) and preferably within an international brand or retailer.

What skills are essential for the Junior Designer position?

Essential skills include strong sketch and specification skills, excellent CAD and print skills (including Photoshop and Illustrator), a good understanding of the luxury/high-end market, and effective communication abilities.

Is there a focus on sustainability in this position?

Yes, the company is committed to building a sustainable legacy and aims to reflect this commitment in everything they do.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the company offers structured support through their in-house Learning and Development Hub for continued development.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees receive several benefits including discounts, holiday entitlements, bonus schemes, pension plans, health care, and various perks such as fruit baskets and social events.

Is experience required in children’s fashion for this role?

Yes, experience in designing childrenswear, specifically for ages 0-6 years, is essential, along with a strong understanding of the luxury market.

What is the working schedule like for this position?

The position allows for a hybrid working schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

How does the company support diversity and inclusion?

The company is committed to creating an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and identities, ensuring all employees feel respected and valued.

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The White Company

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’ve been making impeccably stylish, beautifully designed products, principally in white, for over 25 years. Think style not fashion, quality not quantity and an attention to detail that extends through everything we do – from the hand-stitching on a luxurious high thread-count pillowcase to our second-to-none customer service. We believe it’s the little things that matter. Precious moments of uncomplicated happiness are our constant inspiration and it is with those in mind that we design and create edited collections made to last and become an intimate part of our lives. We spend time developing our product ranges and put the same care and attention to detail into selecting the best people to join our growing and innovative business. From retail stores and ecommerce to Buying & Merchandising, quality experts, our support services, qualified accountants and visual/creative experts - The White Company inspires passion from all its people, and a genuine commitment to each other.

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