Design Assistant

Design Assistant – Textiles / Print & Graphics Up to £20,000 - £25,000 | Full-time Award winning, branded product business in South Manchester. We are seeking a creative and organised Design Assistant to support Designers and Senior Designers within a branded product business. This is a varied, hands-on role ideal for a recent graduate in graphic design, fashion design, textiles design or a junior designer. Key Responsibilities * Support the design team from concept to final design * Trend research and market analysis * Assist with mood boards, colour palettes and fabric references * Design products with prints and graphics * Upload designs and products to systems (including Centric) * Prepare factory artwork * Prepare and organise boards for retailer meetings * Ensure strong attention to detail across all work * Support the team to meet briefs and timelines Skills & Experience * Ideally 6–12 months experience or recent graduate * Background in textiles, print or graphics (preferred) * Strong understanding of colour and texture * Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop is essential * Creative, confident and inquisitive * Driving licence preferred but not essential What’s on offer: * Hybrid role with 2-3 days in the office * Flexible full time hours * Career progression * Working in a creative environment and working with the worldwide brands * Free parking