Own Brand Junior Designer
Responsible to:
Senior Designer
Department:
Own Brand
Location:
JD Sports Fashion plc, Edinburgh House Hollinsbrook way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR
Hours:
Full time
Salary:
Dependant on Experience
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
* Build an understanding of each Own Brand’s DNA and the JD customer.
* Supported by Senior Designer design on-trend global ranges in-line with the brands DNA.
* Create clear, detailed functional and technical CAD’s and Tech Packs and utilise the PLM system, ensuring up to date throughout the season.
* Fully utilise pantones/coloro systems to ensure clear colour communication throughout the business.
* To create graphical assets to support design ranges.
* Create and maintain Branding / Packaging line-arts / Tech Packs / PLM.
* Liaise with the Product Developer with the fit and finish of prototype samples.
* Monitor sales information on a weekly basis.
* Continually assess market trends both internally (within JD Group) and externally (competition) including the JD international markets.
* Visit JD Stores on a regular basis.
* Research emerging fashion trends using platforms such as WGSN and internal insights.
* Engage in 3D/AI design and building technical 3D designs and graphical work.
* Support the team in creating seasonal trip and retail reports.
* Contribute to customer and brand profile research.
* Take part in retail and trend trips to build trend awareness and understanding.
* Attend fit meetings and take clear notes for the wider team.
* Learn and follow the Global Design process and ways of working.
* Support the team in developing knowledge of fabrics, technologies and garment construction.
* Build awareness of design legislation including child safety, sustainability and IP compliance requirements.
Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:
* Strong interest in fashion, design and emerging trends.
* Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
* Willingness to learn 3D design software. Knowledge of 3D/AI software is an advantage.
* Good organisational and time‑management skills.
* Strong verbal and written communication.
* Mac literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
* Ability to work to deadlines with attention to detail.
* Positive attitude, proactive and eager to develop new skills.
* Knowledge of PLM systems is an advantage.
* Graphical skills is an advantage.
* Degree level/equivalent qualification in Fashion Design or Graphical Design.