Denim Design Assistant

Work Location/Schedule: Based in Los Angeles, 4 days a week in the office.

The Denim Design Assistant is a key support role on Reformation's in-house Design team, contributing across all phases of the design and product development process — from concept and research through final handoff. This role will report to the Director of Denim Design and support one of Reformation's new categories. The role partners closely with designers, Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design to move work forward with precision and care. The ideal candidate is passionate about denim design, highly organized and detail-oriented, and comfortable building mood boards and updating styles in a PLM system.

What You'll Do:

• Assist designers with denim concept development, trend research, and seasonal inspiration gathering
• Build and maintain mood boards, color stories, and presentation decks for internal reviews and cross-functional meetings
• Prepare and organize design sketches, tech packs, and CADs for vendor communication and line reviews
• Track sample status, fit comments, and revision notes across styles; attend fittings and communicate updates to cross-functional partners
• Coordinate with Production and Technical Design on timing, revisions, and product development milestones
• Conduct ongoing market and competitive research; shop the market in person and online and summarize findings for the team
• Maintain and organize the design library: fabric swatches, trims, references, and archive samples
• Support wash development and denim-related tasks
• Manage design team calendars, scheduling, and vendor follow-ups to keep the studio running efficiently

What You'll Bring:

• 2–3 years of experience in apparel design; denim design experience is preferred
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; familiarity with InDesign is a plus
• Experience with AI-enabled creative tools like Midjourney and NanoBanana is a plus
• Experience with PLM systems or product tracking tools is a plus
• Strong presentation skills across PowerPoint, Keynote, or Google Slides
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel, or a related field

Who You Are:

• Organized and detail-oriented
• A proactive communicator who follows through without being prompted
• Curious about fashion, design, and the product development process
• Collaborative and low-ego
• Comfortable with ambiguity and energized by a fast-moving, creative environment
• Passionate about sustainability and aligned with Reformation's values
• Based in Los Angeles or planning to relocate and able to work in a hybrid model out of the headquarters

Application Process:

Please submit your resume and, in lieu of a cover letter, prepare a short trend concept presentation for Reformation Fall 2026 focused on denim design, featuring 3–4 original directional ideas. Each concept should be brought to life visually through a curated mix of references including influencers, street style, runway, vintage imagery, cultural inspiration, silhouettes, styling, color, fabrics, or details that capture the mood and point of view behind the trend.

Compensation:

The anticipated base hourly range is $25–$30 per hour, depending on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation equity. This role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance, department goals, and individual contributions. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.

Benefits & Perks:

• Employer-sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as commuter benefits for eligible employees
• Competitive paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays for eligible employees
• Retirement planning support for eligible employees, including the option to invest in ESG-aligned funds
• Collaboration with people around the world through offices in Los Angeles, New York City, and London and a global retail team
• Fertility care support through Carrot and up to a $5,000 USD reimbursement for related fertility expenses after one year of employment
• Annual donations to community efforts
• Clothing discount, culture events, and Volunteer Time Off

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know so we can ensure you have what you need to show up as your best self.