Junior Designer, Accessories
HybridLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Develop product from concept to completion, producing designs to a high technical standard with a focus on fabric, engineering, fit, and quality to ensure a high first sample hit rate. Input ideas to influence Product Development discussions by leveraging broad market awareness, customer research, and a thorough understanding of the River Island brand. Collaborate with Buying counterparts, suppliers, and fabric mills to identify newness opportunities while aligning designs with sales history, margin targets, and range plans. This role is based at the Head Office in West London. We are a much-loved brand with an exciting future, offering a diverse team of bright, talented people who love working together.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Assistant Designer or equivalent
- Qualifications or studies relevant to Design
- Portfolio of Design work
- Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills
- Advanced Product Development skills
- Strong technical and creative design skills
- Strong organisation skills
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Foundational commercial awareness
- Foundational network in the market and industry
- Self-starter, curious and continuous learning mindset
- Action-oriented
- Adaptable
- Resilient
- Passion for RI brand and customer
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