Design Assistant

FOREVER US

Step into the world of Forever New, where fashion knows no boundaries. As Australia's trailblazing brand in clothing and accessories, we're taking the globe by storm with over 350+ stores and a thriving online presence. Our community is a vibrant tapestry of style enthusiasts, visionary designers, creative thinkers, and trendsetters who have propelled us from Melbourne to the world stage. With an unwavering passion for fashion, we are dedicated to creating moments that bring a radiant smile to her face.

THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU

As a valued member of the Forever New family, you'll not only enjoy a wide range of exciting rewards and benefits, but also be part of a team that genuinely appreciates your talent and dedication.

Discover the perks of joining us:

• • Enjoy a generous 40% employee discount, including periodic family & friends offers
  • Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidised coffee and lunch at the café downstairs
  • Celebrate loyalty and life moments with birthday and loyalty leave
  • Access to ongoing learning and development through LinkedIn Learning courses

  • Benefit from paid parental leave, helping you balance family and career

  • Gain recruitment referral incentives for bringing exceptional talent into the team
  • Take part in wellbeing and sustainability initiatives, supporting both you and the planet
  • Grow with continuous learning and development programs
  • Be recognised for your contributions through awards and recognition programs
  • Enjoy subsidised car parking and a vibrant Richmond head office location
  • Gain exposure to a global business operating across 5 continents

YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for a creative and commercially minded Design Assistant to join our Design team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent Fashion Design graduate or early-career designer to gain hands-on experience working alongside an experienced Design Manager and contribute to the development of trend-driven product ranges.

Reporting to the Design Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the creation and development of seasonal collections across the Forever New brand. Working closely with Design, Buying, Production and QA teams, you'll assist with trend research, mood boards, fabric sourcing and product development from concept through to execution.

Get excited to:

• Ensure sound knowledge of local and overseas market trends through various mediums including magazines and online research
• Ensure ‘finger on pulse’ of emerging trends to ensure Forever New is first to market with new trends
• Create/visualise outstanding new designs in line with Forever New handwriting and product strategy
• Demonstrate an awareness of competitors and external trends, identifying missed opportunities and trends
• Proactive participation in weekly Design meetings, contributing to group discussion by sharing new ideas and observations
• Assist with presenting trend boards per product category, with direction from monthly story boards, to buyer to ensure that key trends, shapes, colour direction and fabrics are considered.
• Research fabric trends for the season and in consultation with the Designer brief Production team to source fabric and trims
• In consultation with the Design Manager, advise Buyer on styling, fabric, trim, print and finish
• Under the guidance of the designer, complete the design brief, post concept sign off, to the standard required, ensuring detailed accuracy, and that QA, and Production are adequately briefed to minimise re-work

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU OFFER US

• A qualification in Fashion Design/Graphic Design is essential
• Computer literacy in Computer literacy in InDesign, Illustrator, CAD and PowerPoint
• Skilled in visualising design concepts (by hand and/or PC/MAC)
• Ability to translate fashion trends into commercial design concepts Creative talent and high attention to detail
• Sound technical knowledge and garment construction skills
• Basic fabric and raw material knowledge  
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of all critical path elements and their impact on sales
• Computer literacy in desktop products, including Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word)
• A sound knowledge of local and overseas fashion retail markets

If you’re excited to contribute to a growing global brand and play a meaningful role in our success, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as we continue to build on our 20‑year legacy and shape the future of Forever New.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia