Overview
We're looking for a Junior Designer (Design & Garment Tech) to join our growing design team across Hansen & Gretel and OWNLEY. This role is ideal for a detail-driven designer who enjoys both the creative and technical sides of fashion and wants hands-on exposure to the full design-to-production lifecycle.
You'll work closely with senior designers, supporting garment design, fittings, technical documentation, and production follow-through across both brands.
Key Responsibilities
* Design & Development
o Support garment design across ready-to-wear collections, capsules, and special drops
o Create and update sketches, CADs, and design files
o Assist with fabric, trim, and embellishment sourcing
* Garment Technology & Fit
o Prepare and maintain accurate tech packs including measurements, construction details, and grading notes
o Measure samples and update spec sheets throughout the sampling process
o Attend fittings, take detailed fit notes, and track amendments
o Communicate fit and construction feedback to suppliers under guidance of senior designers
o Support grading, size set reviews, and pre-production approvals
o Assist with quality control checks against approved samples and tech packs
* Production & Sampling
o Support sample development from first prototype through to PP samples
o Liaise with offshore factories and local makers alongside senior designers
o Track sample timelines and follow up on approvals
o Assist in maintaining critical path schedules and delivery timelines
* Studio & Collection Support
o Prepare garments for fittings, campaign shoots, and presentations
o Assist with lookbooks, line sheets, and internal range reviews
o Maintain organisation of samples, fabric libraries, trims, and patterns
o Provide general studio and admin support across both brands as needed
Skills & Experience
* Degree or diploma in Fashion Design or Fashion Technology
* 1–2 years experience in a junior design or garment tech role (or strong graduate with relevant internships)
* Strong Adobe Illustrator skills; Photoshop and InDesign a plus
* Sound understanding of garment construction, pattern making, and fit
* High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
* Confident communicator, both written and verbal
* Passion for contemporary womenswear and the Hansen & Gretel / OWNLEY aesthetic
What We're Looking For
* A proactive, hands-on designer with technical confidence
* Someone comfortable balancing creative tasks with technical accuracy
* A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative studio
* Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn
Why Join Us
* Hands-on exposure to both design and garment technology
* Work closely with founders and senior designers
* Opportunity to grow into a mid-level Designer or Garment Tech role
* Supportive, fast-moving studio culture in Rosbery
How to Apply
Please send your CV and portfolio to with the subject line \"Junior Designer (Design & Garment Tech) – Hansen & Gretel / OWNLEY\".
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