Design Assistant

Company Overview

Launched in 2016 and founded by Santa Barbara-born sisters, Margaret and Katherine Kleveland, and a Collective of partners, DÔEN is a digitally-led, multi-channel fashion and lifestyle brand. Our mission is to create lasting, beautiful collections while supporting individuals in all aspects of their organization, supply chain, and community. We work with domestic and international partners who share our values and commitment to gender and social equality as well as giving back by partnering with foundations that directly benefit our employees and surrounding communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Title: Design Assistant

Classification: Non-Exempt

Hourly Range*: $23.00 - $25.00/hour

Location: Van Nuys, CA (HQ)

Schedule*: Hybrid, Monday through Friday 9:00AM-6:00PM (in office a minimum of 4 days/week, can be 5 days due to business needs)

Qualifications

• Degree in apparel or fashion (2-4 year program)
• Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to product detail
• Sketching skills required
• Experience or interest in Knitwear Design is encouraged but not required
• Pattern/Technical Design knowledge
• Color sensitivity
• Base knowledge of fabrics, embellishments and wash/dye processes
• Meticulous attention to detail and organization
• Able to take direction, while also working independently with minimal supervision
• Strong follow-through to completion on all given tasks
• Strong planning and organization skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
• Ability to remain flexible and adaptable in a fast paced and rapidly growing company
• Strong appetite for learning and working closely with cross-functional team members
• Ability to foster an inclusive and respectful working environment
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodation
• Periods sitting at a desk, typing, sketching and working on a computer
• Able to lift/move/push/pull objects up to 25 lbs
• Able to walk, sit and stand for periods of time
• Able to operate equipment such as computers, copy machines, phones
• Must be able to access various areas of a given location
  
  

Total Rewards Package

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• A fun-filled, fast-paced work environment
• Healthcare, Vision, Dental
• 401k with company match
• Compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
• The hybrid model may be rescinded at any time due to business needs or the company’s discretion.
  
  

CA Hourly Rate

$23—$25 USD