Job Title: Designer Assistant Location: West London Atelier
Reports To: Creative Director
Employment Type: Full-TimeMiss Sohee is a leading Couture fashion house dedicated to creating emotionally resonant, meticulously crafted garments and accessories.
Our collections celebrate artistry, innovation, and a distinct brand identity rooted in modern femininity and refined craftsmanship. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a versatile and highly skilled Assistant Designer to join our creative team.
The Designer Assistant will work closely with the Creative Director to support the end-to-end design process across couture,accessories, and potential ready-to-wear collections. This role requires a creative individual with excellent technical and artisticskills—someone who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment and brings both precision and originality to their work.
Key Responsibilities
- Shadow the Creative Director to understand the brand’s creative direction and seasonal narratives.* Sketch couture garments and evening wear designs by hand and digitally (using iPad/Procreate).* Design embroidery and print motifs using Adobe Photoshop and Procreate.* Sketch and develop mock-ups for accessories, including shoes, handbags, and small leather goods.* Oversee the production and development of accessories in collaboration with suppliers and artisans.* Collaborate with the Embroidery Manager to develop innovative embroidery techniques and samples.* Assist in the design development of potential Ready-to-Wear capsules aligned with couture aesthetics.* Source and curate vintage garments and references for research and design inspiration.* Engage in sampling and surface experimentation, contributing to fabric manipulations, finishes, and embellishment techniques.* Actively contribute new ideas and creative concepts to align with and evolve the brand DNA.* Provide direction to design assistants and interns, assigning tasks and overseeing quality and deadlines.*Responsible for redesigning the website with a strong editorial direction, ensuring visual storytelling aligns with the brand identity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.* Minimum 3–5 years of experience working within a luxury evening wear, accessories, or Haute Couture design team.* Exceptional illustration and drawing skills, both by hand and digitally.* Highly proficient in Procreate (iPad), Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator.* Strong understanding of garment construction, embroidery techniques, and accessories development.* Experience working with luxury suppliers, ateliers, and manufacturers.* Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.* Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.* Strong verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required. Korean or Italian, French speaking is a plus* Capable of overseeing junior team members, assigning responsibilities, and providing clear creative direction.
Preferred Skills
- Fluency in Korean is a plus.* Background in luxury couture, bridal, or evening wear design.* Familiarity with leather goods production and material sourcing, and overseeing production with factories.* Excellent knowledge of vintage fashion, historical references, and embroidery archives.
To Apply
Please submit your CV, portfolio (including both hand-drawn and digital sketches), and a short cover letter outlining your interest andexperience to careers@missohee.com
