Assistant Designer / Design Coordinator, Apparel

Role Overview

Cupshe is a global fashion and lifestyle brand focused on making trend-conscious products that feel accessible and uplifting. As the apparel team grows, the company is looking for an organized, detail-driven Assistant Designer to help the VP of Apparel Design build a scalable, customer-centered apparel function.

This position suits someone who enjoys both creative and operational work and performs well in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial setting. The role supports seasonal collections, celebrity and influencer partnerships, B2B programs, fit work, and fabric development. The company also encourages the use of technology and AI to support creativity, communication, and faster product development.

The role is based in Los Angeles, CA, and follows a hybrid schedule with 3 in-office days per week, specifically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Design & Development

Support the VP of Apparel Design through every stage of the design and development workflow.

Produce and update CAD sketches, technical flats, colorways, and concept presentations using Adobe Illustrator, AI-enabled design tools, or a mix of both.

Research trends, market direction, and competitors to inform seasonal development.

Contribute to apparel collections across dresses, tops, bottoms, sweaters, outerwear, and special projects.

Build presentation boards, concept decks, and seasonal line review materials.

Help develop celebrity, influencer, city, and other collaboration capsules from initial idea through development.

Use AI-based creative tools for concept work, trend research, color exploration, print brainstorming, presentation building, and visual communication.

Test new technologies and workflows that can improve design productivity, communication, and product development.

Product Development Support

Assist with launching and monitoring fabrics, trims, prints, washes, and other new product developments.

Keep style details, BOMs, line plans, and seasonal design records accurate and up to date.

Work with Product Development and Supply Chain teams to follow up on design requests and sample progress.

Support the rollout and upkeep of Cupshe’s core fabric library initiative.

Track development calendars and major milestones to help keep multiple programs moving on schedule.

Fit & Technical Support

Help manage the fit review process by organizing documentation and sharing fit comments between U.S. and China teams.

Review fit photos, videos, measurement reports, and factory feedback to track changes in fit, construction, and quality during development.

Maintain orderly fit records, revision logs, and sample-tracking documents.

Assist with fit review preparation, sample organization, and follow-up communication with Product Development, Technical Design, and factory partners.

Support the adoption and ongoing use of category-specific fit standards and development guidelines.

Join live fittings when needed and help document feedback and next steps.

Design Operations

Maintain monthly line plans, style trackers, and development schedules.

Prepare samples and materials for proto reviews, line reviews, milestone meetings, and leadership presentations.

Record meeting notes, development feedback, and fit comments while tracking action items across cross-functional teams.

Organize inspiration references, vendor materials, development samples, and fit samples across U.S. and China teams.

Help coordinate vendor meetings and seasonal development reviews.

Support materials preparation for celebrity, influencer, and B2B presentations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Design, Product Development, Technical Design, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, and overseas teams.

Coordinate development progress between U.S. and China teams across key milestones.

Assist with communication, sample tracking, and follow-up for collaboration capsules and B2B programs.

Help align product execution with customer and business goals.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field is preferred.

Applicants should have 1–3 years of experience in apparel design, product development, or design coordination.

Strong Adobe Illustrator skills are required, and Photoshop and InDesign are preferred.

The role calls for strong visual communication skills and the ability to create polished CADs, technical flats, and concept presentations with Illustrator, AI tools, or both.

Experience with PLM systems is preferred.

Strong organization, project management, and attention to detail are essential.

Candidates should be comfortable using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace.

A solid understanding of garment construction, fit, and fabrication is important.

The ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is required, along with clear written and verbal communication skills.

Comfort working with overseas teams and across time zones is important.

Interest in emerging AI tools and the ability to quickly learn digital workflows are highly valued.

Preferred Background

Experience in women’s apparel, contemporary fashion, swimwear, or lifestyle brands is a plus.

Exposure to overseas development and factory communication is preferred.

Knowledge of fabric sourcing and textile development is helpful.

Prior support for influencer, celebrity, or collaboration collections is an advantage.

Familiarity with AI creative tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Vizcom, Newarc, Krea, or similar platforms is preferred.

Interest in using AI to improve design workflows, idea generation, trend analysis, communication, and development efficiency is valued.

Success in This Role

Success means delivering accurate, timely design support and helping keep seasonal timelines and development work organized.

The role contributes to successful launches of celebrity, influencer, city, and B2B programs, as well as the fabric library and fit standard initiatives.

Strong ownership, curiosity, organization, and problem-solving are expected, along with a willingness to adopt new technologies and improve efficiency through AI-assisted workflows and digital innovation.

The ideal person becomes a dependable partner to the VP of Apparel Design and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Health coverage is provided, including dental, vision, and life insurance.

The package includes a 401(k) plan with a 3% company match.

Employees receive 12 paid public holidays and 6 paid sick days.

Vacation starts at 10 days in the first year, prorated at hire and increasing with tenure.

Paid maternity leave is included.

The workplace follows a hybrid schedule with Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the office.

Employment Details

This is a full-time position based in Los Angeles, CA.

The role is offered as a hybrid job with 3 office days each week.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $75,000 per year.

Additional Employment Note

The hiring process and employment agreement are handled on behalf of Sparky Worldwide Inc., which is the entity that will enter into the employment agreement.