FRAME is a modern fashion brand celebrated for its refined aesthetic and effortless approach to everyday dressing. Since its founding in 2012, FRAME has become synonymous with contemporary luxury rooted in quality craftsmanship and cultural relevance.
Bridging California’s ease and Parisian sophistication, FRAME draws inspiration from the worlds of fashion, art, design, and lifestyle creating collections that capture a timeless yet modern sensibility. Beyond fashion, the world of FRAME continues to expand through meaningful cultural collaborations from hotels to auction houses, establishing the brand as a destination where style, creativity, and culture intersect.
Today, FRAME is recognized globally for its ready-to-wear, denim, and accessories, with more than 20 stores across North America, Europe, and Asia, and distribution through leading department stores and boutiques worldwide.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Director of Women’s RTW Denim, the Women's Denim Assistant Designer will support the design team across all aspects of the product development process. This role requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Assistant Designer will contribute to the maintenance of design tools and resources, assist with administrative and creative tasks, and ensure accurate documentation throughout development and into production.
Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain seasonal line sheets, attend fittings and ensure all cross functional team members are aligned on updates for BOMs, sketches, construction, packaging, etc.
- Aid in wash development seasonally prior to seasonal style development
- Organize and maintain denim fabric and wash libraries in the office
- Set up and maintain accurate tech packs including up-to-date sketches and BOMs in PLM (Blue Cherry)
- Take accurate notes during fittings and style reviews / downloads
- Create seasonal CAD files, update sketches in Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.
- Assist in lab dip and print development approvals in collaboration with vendors and internal teams
- Support in meeting preparation with creating and updating boards, files, etc.
- Maintains general denim team tools and aid in keeping area tidy
- Maintain calendar dates established by team leaders to support getting product in time for milestone meetings
- Work closely and collaboratively with cross functional teams to maintain product deliverables
- Prepare garments for style briefing / hand offs and prepare for milestone meetings
- Maintain a clear understanding of an ever-evolving line with multiple seasons, collaborations, and capsules in various stages of development
Skills & Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of relevant experience in Fashion Design
- Degree in Fashion Design or equivalent a plus
- Experience with or desire to learn denim wash, able to send out for initial development and give comments on wash submits
- Proficient Photoshop and Illustrator required
- Strong sense of color, experience in print design a plus
- Functional ability in Excel/Google Sheets
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a consistent high level of accuracy
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a dynamic environment
- Familiarity with PLM systems preferred
- Team player with excellent communication skills and collaborative spirit, positive attitude is a must
- Self starter / Creative problem solver, able to be independently productive
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to remain in a stationary position (seated at a computer) for extended periods of time
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment, software programs, and to produce technical drawings
- Ability to move about in an office environment and during factory visits (including climbing stairs, crouching, and standing/walking for extended periods)
- Occasionally required to lift and/or move materials, samples, and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds
- Visual acuity required to review detailed illustrations and material samples
