Junior Designer, Fashion

Company Description

We’re RCL - Reitmans Canada Limited. We’ve been part of the fabric of Canada’s fashion landscape since 1926, and today, we’re elevating our iconic brands – Reitmans, RW&CO, and PENN. Penningtons – more than ever before.

Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all. 

With close to 400 stores nationwide and collections designed right here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience. What drives us? A clear vision, unwavering commitment to our customers, and the passion of our thousands of employees across the country.

Job Description

Love fashion? Full of creative ideas? Ready to bring your designs to life?

At PENN. Penningtons, we believe fashion is about confidence, individuality and celebrating every body. Every collection is an opportunity to create styles that make our customers feel amazing, and it all starts with great design.

We're looking for a creative, curious and fashion-passionate Junior Fashion Designer to join our Design team!

Working alongside experienced Designers, you'll get hands-on exposure to the creative process, from researching trends and exploring colours and fabrics to sketching new styles, reviewing samples and helping bring seasonal collections to life.

This is your opportunity to grow your creative skills, learn the business of fashion and make your mark on a brand that celebrates style and individuality.

What You'll Do

• Get inspired: Research fashion trends, competitors and customer preferences to help shape seasonal collections and fresh design ideas.
• Bring ideas to life: Create mood boards, sketches, technical drawings and design presentations that reflect the PENN. Penningtons aesthetic.
• Explore the details: Support the selection and development of colours, fabrics, prints and silhouettes that connect with our customers and brand identity.
• Be part of the design journey: Track samples, revisions and product updates, helping ensure designs move smoothly from concept to development.
• Collaborate and create: Participate in fittings, product reviews and collection discussions, working closely with Designers and cross-functional partners.
• Keep creativity organized: Maintain design libraries, seasonal files, visual references and technical documentation to support the team throughout the design process.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• A college diploma or university degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in fashion design, product development, apparel or a similar creative environment.
• A passion for fashion, a strong creative eye and curiosity about trends, colours, fabrics, silhouettes and customer preferences.
• The ability to create sketches, mood boards, technical drawings and design presentations with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage priorities and collaborate with different teams.
• A positive, curious mindset, openness to feedback and a genuine desire to learn, grow and develop your design skills.

Why This Role Matters

You'll help bring PENN. Penningtons collections to life, contributing fresh ideas, creative energy and attention to detail at every stage of the design process.

You'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced Designers, develop your understanding of our customers and build the skills to grow your career in fashion design.

Ready to turn your creativity into a career?

If you're always spotting new trends, sketching ideas and imagining what comes next in fashion, we'd love to see your work!

Join PENN. Penningtons and help us design fashion that celebrates confidence, individuality and every body.

Additional Information

What Sets Us Apart:

• Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
• Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
• Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
• Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
• Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.

*Certain conditions apply

Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract.

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation required throughout the recruitment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to support an accessible candidate's experience.

The use of Artificial Intelligence may be used for candidate screening purposes.

We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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