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Design Assistant, Women's Casual

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Design Assistant, Women's Casual
Lululemon Athletica

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Canada
Classification symbol Design and Arts
Job posted on November 27, 2024
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Job Description:

Description & Requirements

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

About this team

The women's design team is a group of creative industry leaders, blending innovation with a forward-thinking vision to set the standard for both active and lifestyle apparel. They are proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused. They are strong communicators who are dedicated to fostering a culture of open feedback and continuous growth. Immersed deeply in activewear and lifestyle apparel, this team is committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation by staying ahead of macro trends that define the industry. Their approach cultivates a trusting, energetic, and inspiring environment where creativity thrives. Every day, they bring a spirit of connection and energy, balancing imagination with active movement, ultimately shaping the future of activewear.

A day in the life

  • A Design Assistant at lululemon supports in creating world class active apparel that is acknowledged as leading in innovation, design, function, fit and quality. You are guided and mentored by the Design Lead. You play a key supporting role, and this work is key to the success of each season's collection.
  • Act as Design support - be the Design Lead and team's right-hand person to support with day-to-day tasks
  • Creating flat sketches and technicals for styles designed by the Designer/Senior Designer
  • Supporting the design team in presentation preparation for all gates including file set-up, mock-ups, prototypes, dressing models, etc.
  • Present for all fittings and design/product-related meetings to capture feedback and actions
  • Updating overview files and line sheets
  • Shadow critical design work to showcase and develop your design point of view


Qualifications

  • 0-2 years minimum industry experience is required
  • BA, BFA or BS in Design required
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Excel, Word, Mac platform
  • An understanding in 3D design is a benefit


must haves

  • Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
  • Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
  • Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
  • Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
  • Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
  • Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take yourself too seriously.


Additional Notes

Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

Compensation and Benefits Package

lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $55,300-72,600 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

  • Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
  • Paid time off
  • Savings and retirement plan matching
  • Generous employee discount
  • Fitness & yoga classes
  • Parenthood top-up
  • Extensive catalog of development course offerings
  • People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)


Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy: In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week.

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Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.

lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.

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