Design Internship

Company: Future Stitch
Location: San Clemente
Posted on: January 17, 2023

Job Description:

Position: Design InternLocation: San Clemente, CA - In Person PreferredPart Time (30 Hours/Week)
Overview:Do you have an interest in streetwear and men's fashion? Are you an entrepreneur at heart? Someone who thrives on taking risks and is motivated in a start-up environment? Are you design savvy and not scared of a challenge? -If so, look no further. We recently opened a San Clemente, CA office that primarily focuses on product design, development and sales for both owned and licensed brands. While in the early stages, we are experiencing rapid growth and are looking for a motivated and eager intern who is ready to grow with the design team and support them in the design process gaining first-hand experience. -We're currently looking for a design intern to support all design needs of FutureStitch. We work with highly recognizable brands which includes but not limited to, Crocs, Stance, Reigning Champ, GQ and many more. This is a paid internship at FutureStitch where you will have an opportunity to work on both product and graphic design. -Key Characteristics:1. - - - -Entrepreneurial - Passion for learning and for continuous improvement. Sets initiatives and assumes tolerable levels of risk without constant direction or leadership.2. - - - -Creative - Not only creative in the physical work produced but in the approach to problem solving. Passion for learning and creating new solutions.3. - - - -Driven - A track record of excellence in everything you do. Consistently under-commits and over-delivers on expectations.4. - - - -Detail Oriented - Keen attention to detail with high accuracy rate of designs and product development.5. - - - -Empathetic - Humble in communication and treatment of others. Identifies with the needs and problems of our customers and leads with conviction. -Roles: - - - - - - -Create visual design solutions and assets that maintain brand consistency. Internship may include working on product design, presentations and marketing materials. - - - - - - -Execute market research and analysis on current and potential external customers as well as staying up to date on market trends. - - - - - - -Present concept research and design sketches based on direction to design team. - - - - - - -Create, format and update design work accurately and on time. This will include: line sheets, tech packs, and organizing samples. -Experience, Skills: - - - - - - - - -Ability to interpret the needs of the design team and create original artwork. - - - - - - - - -Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, working on multiple projects at once. - - - - - - - - -Must be able to follow directions, be receptive to criticism and feedback of work and ask questions. - - - - - - - - -Take pride in the quality of your work and create well thought out designs.
Requirements - - - - - - - - -Well-rounded portfolio with a breadth of designs. Adaptable and versatile designs. - - - - - - - - -Extensive knowledge in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop & InDesign) - - - - - - - - -Time management skills - - - - - - - - -Ability to work with confidential information of a privately held company. - - - - - - - - -Strong verbal and written skills. - - - - - - - - -A strong eye with artistic ability. -Nice to Have: - - - - - - - - -B.S./B.A. in related field of study or current student - - - - - - - - -Experience in product and textile design is preferred. Knowledge and understanding of knitwear as well as knit treatments is a plus. - - - - - - - - -Interest in streetwear and men's fashion - -About Future Stitch:Founded in 2017, FutureStitch, Inc. is a leading global textile and technology company founded by Taylor Shupe. -FutureStitch's main purpose is to create premium knitted products through a business model that promotes social and environmental consciousness. In a continued mission to revolutionize the archaic knitwear manufacturing industry, in 2018, FutureStitch opened an industry-leading facility with unmatched design services and rapid time-to-market capabilities. In 2020, the FutureStitch factory located outside Shanghai, China received the highest LEED Platinum Certification for energy efficiency and environmental responsibility at every level of operation. -www.futurestitch.com -

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