About SET Active

SET creates athleisure designed for what's next. Founded on the belief that style and comfort shouldn't be mutually exclusive, the brand offers versatile pieces that transition seamlessly from workout to weekend, meeting to coffee run. Blurring the line between form and function, SET designs for the everyday girl's ever-changing schedule.

Position Overview

Set Active is looking for a Design Assistant to support our Production Department. Reporting to the Senior Creative Product Design Lead, this role is responsible for supporting trend research, color and silhouette development, CAD design, and supporting technical design processes. This is a hands-on opportunity to support the full design lifecycle, from concept through execution, within a trend-driven, startup environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong eye for trends, a passion for active lifestyle innovation, and proficiency in design software. You'll thrive here if you're highly organized, detail-oriented, driven, and collaborative, with a love for both fashion and functionality.

Key Responsibilities

Supports Senior Creative Product Design Lead and team by creating and managing product CADS (CAD creation, coloring and all updates)
Build design tech packs and support sourcing fabrics and trims
Create and update graphics as needed
Review and evaluate fit samples and create fit deck for weekly fit sessions
Track and monitor pending sample submissions (fabric, trim, artwork, fit) to meet department calendar deadline
Lead preparation for all in-house design review meetings
Conduct trend research on color, fabric, and silhouettes for upcoming collections
Participate in design, development and CAD meetings, documenting key discussions/notes and follow-ups
Provide scale options of artwork and merch branding for size and placement to review with Design Director before presenting suggestions to upper management.
Support the Technical Designer in reviewing fit samples, photoshoot samples, and TOPs for accuracy and design intent
Collaborate with Product Development to ensure material sourcing aligns with design intent
Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Technical Production, and Merchandising to ensure design intent is executed effectively

Qualifications

2-4 years of experience as a Design Coordinator, Assistant or related role
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Excel
Strong organizational skills and strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Highly detail-oriented
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

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