Atelier Assistant
AFLALO - New York City, NY
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About AFLALO Aflalo is a modern luxury fashion house defined by elegance, opulence, and bold femininity. Our SoHo atelier is the heart of the brand — where concepts are transformed into garments through meticulous craft and uncompromising quality. Role Summary We are seeking a highly organized, hands-on Atelier Assistant to support our in-house sample room and production team. This is an entry-level role ideal for someone eager to learn the foundations of luxury garment development. You will handle materials, samples, and fittings, while also assisting with vendor communication and production data entry — ensuring the atelier operates seamlessly on a daily basis. Responsibilities Materials & Organization Receive, label, and organize fabrics, trims, notions, and supplies Maintain fabric libraries, swatch boards, and trim cards Keep the atelier stocked and orderly, reflecting Aflalo’s standards Sample Room Support Prepare cut tickets and bundle trims/materials for sewers Track prototypes, SMS, and production samples in and out of the atelier Deliver and pick up items from local suppliers and factories as needed Fittings & Development Assist with fittings: dress models, pin garments, take notes, and photograph looks Log alterations and help communicate updates to patternmakers and sewers Support rapid prototyping and sample iterations Vendor & Production Support Assist with email communication to overseas factories and fabric mills under supervision of the production team Support initial sourcing research for fabrics, trims, and suppliers Enter and update PLM data: BOMs, POs, and sample comments Maintain WIPs and seasonal production calendars with guidance from senior team members General Support Help prepare the studio for photoshoots, showroom, and market week Provide daily assistance to patternmakers, sewers, and the production team Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented studio environment Qualifications 0–2 years of relevant experience or internships in fashion design, production, or studio support Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude Comfort with hands-on, physical tasks (lifting bolts of fabric, organizing trims, dressing models) Familiarity with garment construction and sewing techniques is a plus Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; PLM/ERP and Adobe Illustrator experience a plus Strong written communication skills; comfort drafting professional emails to vendors and suppliers A genuine passion for luxury fashion and craftsmanship Details Full-time role based in SoHo, NYC Reports to Production & Development team Growth potential toward Production & Development Coordinator or Technical Design Assistant
Created: 2025-09-25