Marcs is synonymous for sophisticated cool. Known for our unique detailing and distinct features and will take you from work to weekend in distinct style.We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Design Assistant/ Junior Designer to join our team. This role is part of our talented Design team and reports directly into the Men’s Senior Designer.Key responsibilities include:Design & Design AdministrationPerform specific design briefs as directed by the Designers and Creative Director (CD) by researching, preparing boards and arranging samplesDesigning on-brand print artwork and adapting original artwork as needed. Colouring stripes/plaids etc. using Creative Suite. Creating print artwork to be sent to factories.Re-colouring, re-scaling and amending  prints in Photoshop/IllustratorFollow up activity internally and externally to ensure the critical path deadlines are achievedSupport the Designer and CD in preparation of material for design meetings e.g. fabric, trend and sign off meetingsPrepare spec packs for all suppliers and liaise with key dedicated contactsProvide administration support to the designers, including general housekeeping, filing and maintaining the fabric libraryCompile and manage Style/Fabric Tracker per monthDiligent and timely Approvals under the guidance of DesignersDiligent, professional, and timely communication to all factories and mills at sign off time and day to day with email queriesAdding colour to line drawings using photoshop/illustratorCompiling line sheets using IndesignUpdating sketches after fits/sign off meetings with relevant infoSourcing/ResearchingWork with the Designers to produce detailed design packs to be sent to suppliers including sketches, photographs, fabrics, trims, artwork, and make and measurement informationMaintain range boards and follow up to ensure 1st sample schedule is up to dateLiaise with suppliers to ensure 1st samples are accurate and achieve deadlinesTrack 1st samples and prepare for Product sign-offsOrder and track fabric sampling and invoices with the Designers and CDManage the fabric/trim library and all samplesAssist in approval of lab dips and send all relevant information to buying and suppliersLiaise with the mills and agents to source sample items that are required by the designer and CDWe are seeking the following attributes: Bachelors degree in fashion design2-4 year’s experience in a similar fashion design businessA portfolio with style aligned to Marcs brand identityTech savvyAdvantage if familiar with AP21/PLMCompetent in Adobe Creative SuiteA genuine interest in trends and fashion brandsExperience creating print repeats and sending off artwork to factoriesAble to compile CAD line-sheets What we offer:Opportunity to work with a highly creative Australian Designer LabelGenerous employee discountCareer progression opportunities based on performanceOngoing training and development; andFun working environment!We will be considering applications as they arrive as looking to fill this role immediately so please do not hesitate apply today by sending your resume and a covering letter outlining your interest in working with Marcs and how you meet the above selection criteria via the APPLY NOW option below.Finding the right cultural fit is important to us; we have an amazing collection of creative, clever and inspiring people who work hard and have fun together. We would love to hear from those who love what they do, dream big, are curious, adaptable, follow their instinct and embrace opportunities to learn every day. If you think you are a perfect match please apply now by attaching your resume and a cover letter telling us about yourself! AUD Alexandria 2015

Junior Designer - Marcs Menswear

Marcs is synonymous for sophisticated cool. Known for our unique detailing and distinct features and will take you from work to weekend in distinct style.

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Design Assistant/ Junior Designer to join our team. This role is part of our talented Design team and reports directly into the Men’s Senior Designer.

Key responsibilities include:

Design & Design Administration

  • Perform specific design briefs as directed by the Designers and Creative Director (CD) by researching, preparing boards and arranging samples
  • Designing on-brand print artwork and adapting original artwork as needed. Colouring stripes/plaids etc. using Creative Suite. Creating print artwork to be sent to factories.
  • Re-colouring, re-scaling and amending  prints in Photoshop/Illustrator
  • Follow up activity internally and externally to ensure the critical path deadlines are achieved
  • Support the Designer and CD in preparation of material for design meetings e.g. fabric, trend and sign off meetings
  • Prepare spec packs for all suppliers and liaise with key dedicated contacts
  • Provide administration support to the designers, including general housekeeping, filing and maintaining the fabric library
  • Compile and manage Style/Fabric Tracker per month
  • Diligent and timely Approvals under the guidance of Designers
  • Diligent, professional, and timely communication to all factories and mills at sign off time and day to day with email queries
  • Adding colour to line drawings using photoshop/illustrator
  • Compiling line sheets using Indesign
  • Updating sketches after fits/sign off meetings with relevant info

Sourcing/Researching

  • Work with the Designers to produce detailed design packs to be sent to suppliers including sketches, photographs, fabrics, trims, artwork, and make and measurement information
  • Maintain range boards and follow up to ensure 1st sample schedule is up to date
  • Liaise with suppliers to ensure 1st samples are accurate and achieve deadlines
  • Track 1st samples and prepare for Product sign-offs
  • Order and track fabric sampling and invoices with the Designers and CD
  • Manage the fabric/trim library and all samples
  • Assist in approval of lab dips and send all relevant information to buying and suppliers
  • Liaise with the mills and agents to source sample items that are required by the designer and CD

We are seeking the following attributes: 

  • Bachelors degree in fashion design
  • 2-4 year’s experience in a similar fashion design business
  • A portfolio with style aligned to Marcs brand identity
  • Tech savvy
  • Advantage if familiar with AP21/PLM
  • Competent in Adobe Creative Suite
  • A genuine interest in trends and fashion brands
  • Experience creating print repeats and sending off artwork to factories
  • Able to compile CAD line-sheets 

What we offer:

  • Opportunity to work with a highly creative Australian Designer Label
  • Generous employee discount
  • Career progression opportunities based on performance
  • Ongoing training and development; and
  • Fun working environment!

We will be considering applications as they arrive as looking to fill this role immediately so please do not hesitate apply today by sending your resume and a covering letter outlining your interest in working with Marcs and how you meet the above selection criteria via the APPLY NOW option below.

Finding the right cultural fit is important to us; we have an amazing collection of creative, clever and inspiring people who work hard and have fun together. We would love to hear from those who love what they do, dream big, are curious, adaptable, follow their instinct and embrace opportunities to learn every day. If you think you are a perfect match please apply now by attaching your resume and a cover letter telling us about yourself!