Phoebe Philo is looking for an adaptable team player with experience and interest in accessories design to join the team as Graduate Accessories Design Trainee.  D

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the research of new bags and accessories for shape, construction, materials, details and overall mood. Covering both vintage and current market references.
• Assist the Design team to illustrate design options via Photoshop renderings, 1:1 drawings or hand sketches as required.
• Produce internal 3D mock ups in salpa for review, guided by technician and Design Team.
• Produce internal stitch and hand trials in leather, guided by technician and Design Team.
• Produce internal 3D mock-ups in a timely manner for presentations to the Creative Director, guided by the Technician and the Design Team.
• Assist in updating the weekly bag collection plan, guided by Designer, LG. Update the physical collection plan board weekly.
• Produce accurate basic launch files for prototypes, as directed by Senior Designer or Designer.
• Produce line drawings for showroom, guided by Senior Designer.
• Keep the digital design server and physical design studio organised.
• Travel when required to collect samples for meetings.
• Assist in set up and take down of meetings with creative director, photoshoots and shows when required.
• Keep a photographic record of prototypes and samples on digital server

What Phoebe Philo is looking for:

• Interest in Accessories Design (accessories present in portfolio work on application).
• Fluent in English
• Degree level in Design.
• Ability to sketch by hand.
• Computer skills – proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Technical capability to create mock-ups and work in 3D.
• Willingness to learn and be coached across all aspects of the role.
• Ability to use an industrial sewing machine.
• Collaborative team player with strong initiative.
• High level of creativity.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Creative design sensibility relevant to the brand.
• Understanding of leathers and fabrics

Application

Please apply via the application form with a CV, cover letter, and relevant portfolio information.