Assistant Designer Menswear, Banana Republic Factory

Full-time
San Francisco, CA
https://www.gapinc.com/en-us/jobs/32/78/assistant-designer?
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Experience and Skills:

● Basic computer knowledge; ability to learn how to design through new/advanced
technology (e.g., on-line spec program).
● Basic product and fabric knowledge.
● Basic understanding of garment construction.
● Basic design and color sense.
● Ability to perform basic flat sketches.
● Basic organizational and communication skills.
● Basic computer knowledge.
● College degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred.
● One-year design experience (may include summer jobs, internships, etc.)
Experience I Possess:
● Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn how to design through new/advanced
technology such as Adobe
● Moderate knowledge of product and fabric knowledge
● Advanced knowledge of garment construction
● Advanced design and color sense
● Ability to perform basic flat sketches
● Moderate organizational and communication skills
● Basic computer knowledge
● Junior in college degree in Fashion Design related field
● Teaching Assistant for Apparel Construction I
● Sewing Laboratory Assistant at Brigham Young University-Idaho
● Fashion Show Committee BYU-I
● Internship at United States Senate Washington, D.C.
● Classes: Visual Media, Apparel Construction I, Apparel Construction II, Pattern Making,
Fitting and Alterations, Fashion History, CAD Pattern Making, 2D Art
Future Plans:
● Internship in design

Banana Republic was founded with an explorer’s spirit and a desire to venture to new places,
beyond the boundaries of the everyday. Our clothing is designed for a life with no boundaries.

We travel near and far in search of the finest materials and fabric innovations to infuse style with
substance, because we believe that what you wear should open a world of possibilities. And the
people that make up Banana Republic share the same qualities as our brand: curious,
connected, undaunted by boundaries. Sound like you? Join us for the adventure of what’s next.
Founded:
1978 in Mill Valley, CA

History:
Mel and Patricia Ziegler co-founded Banana Republic back in 1978. The company was bought
by Gap in 1983 and now operates as a division, now with over 600 stores located
internationally.

Target Market:
Target market includes fashion forward women and men aged 20-60 looking for both work and
leisure attire at an affordable price.
Subject Line: Assistant Designer Menswear Application

Ben Slagg,

I recently came across your Assistant Designer Menswear job posting on gap.com. I am
interested in applying for this position.

I have vast experience in design, with more than three years of experience in various jobs
related to my degree through the University I attended and internships. Currently, I am
employed as a Clothing Laboratory Assistant at Brigham Young University. Only the top 3% of
students are selected for this job in Apparel related major or minor get chosen for this job.

My resume, cover letter, and link to my digital portfolio are enclosed. Thank you for your time
and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.

https://sophiagarrettpelton.weebly.com/

Sincerely,

Sophia Garrett
Interview Questions:
1. Are you looking for growth within Banana Republic?
I am looking for a company I know I can trust and enjoy the culture of in the long term so I am
looking to stay with Banana Republic and I am open to growing opportunities within the
company.
2. How do you work with others?
I really enjoy a good strong relationship with those I work with through building good rapport
with them. I think this is done through listening and being assertive. I think I am able to work well
with others.
3. What were your past responsibilities at your previous job?
My past responsibilities was to keep up with course work for all the Apparel Design courses
offered which consisted of; children's clothing, apparel construction I & II, Pattern Making, Fitting
and Alterations, CAD Pattern Making, Textile Sciences, Fashion History, and Special Studies. I
had to keep up with all of these classes to be able to advise and assist students in all stages of
clothing construction from sketching to construction for all shapes and forms for both men and
women's wear. Also, I kept up with sewing & serger machine maintenance, inventory, and
sample sewing.
4. What is Banana Republic’s target market?
Target market includes fashion forward women and men aged 20-60 looking for both work and
leisure attire at an affordable price.
5. When was Banana Republic founded?
1978
6. What made you decide to interview here?
I love Banana Republic’s product lines and have for years. The company culture of equal work
equal pay and being one of the first fortune 500 companies to adopt this policy makes me want
to work for an employer that sees my work just as valuable as a man’s so I get paid accordingly.
7. What experience do you have designing menswear?
I have designed a collection of menswear from Fall 2021 for my Banana Republic Internship
Application. For my internship with Banana Republic I worked on designing and developing
menswear.
8. Can you tell me some design details of this outfit?
That is a men’s button-down collared shirt with a semi spread collar. The buttons appear to be
polyester buttons and have vertical buttonholes. The pocket is an inverted pleated pocket on the
left breast. Sleeves are full long sleeves with classic cuffs with no buttons but buttonholes to
allow for cufflinks.