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H-1B visa jobs for Assistant Designers are available at studios, agencies, and in-house teams that file Labor Condition Applications for design roles requiring a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a closely related field. Sponsoring employers petition USCIS for a 3-year initial status, extendable to 6 years, while you contribute to visual and product design workflows.
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This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon. – Thurs.). The fourth week is fully remote.
As an Assistant Designer, Swim - you are responsible for assisting in the design and development of Lands’ End products by interpreting ideas and concepts into finished product through collaboration with Merchandising and Product Development. You are responsible for contributing to the Design team through your creative, customer focused and brand right ideas. You will contribute creatively by providing sketches, tears and a point of view. You are responsible for helping to develop themes, color, fabrications, silhouettes, and direction for the upcoming season. You will design and interpret trends using the Lands’ End brand filter. You will assist in presenting development and design ideas to the teams. You will also assist in managing the product through the product development cycle by partnering with cross functional partners.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Employees must be able to perform the job functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Assist in the design and development of Lands’ End products by interpreting ideas and concepts into finished product through collaboration with Merchandising and Product Development
- Assist in creative sketches, pulling tears and having a point of view on design direction and be able to present and clearly articulate ideas.
- Assist in developing themes, colors, fabrications, silhouettes, and direction for the upcoming season
- Assist in presenting development and design ideas to team members and cross functional team. Create materials (presentation boards, sample mock-ups, trend decks, etc.) to show ideas.
- Assist in managing the photo samples to ensure all elements of the garment are accurate.
- Become fluent in IPLM, Illustrator and Indesign to assist in the management of all styles.
- Adhere to the calendar and key milestones by understanding the importance of the calendar and the ability to prioritize to support the needs of these key milestones.
- Manage lab dips; strike offs and trim development approvals.
- Assist in maintaining the line after key milestone meetings including all line sheets and tech pack updates.
- Research market trends, fabric/trim, print/pattern, graphics and competitors online and be prepared to travel.
- Communicate and build relationships with cross functional partners (PD, Tech, Merch) and follow through on sample development.
- Attend fit sessions and assist with taking notes as well as executing changes that arise during those sessions.
- Collaborate with merchandising to understand sales history when designing product.
- Must follow all safe work practices, escalate unsafe conditions and report incidents.
- All other duties as assigned.
SKILLS
- Demonstrate an ability to know the Lands’ End customer
- Basic understanding of garment construction, textiles, and home decor materials.
- Ability to learn skills in IPLM, Illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop – knowledge of CAD is beneficial
- Strong sketching and illustration abilities. Creatively driven and have a point of view
- Possess the ability to meet deadlines and work in a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage high workload and daily emails
- Proactive, accountable and motivated
- Strong collaboration and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and open to change
- Process driven
- Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Initiative and exceptional follow up skills
- Positive, can-do attitude with flexibility.
- Strong sense of style, color, and design aesthetics.
- Ability to translate trends and concepts into original designs.
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for fashion and home decor.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Active job such as maneuvering of design boards and presentation materials
- Ability to travel as needed.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or related field or equivalent related work experience with a sense of garment construction. Up to 2 years of experience in the Design field or related field or recent college graduate with relevant internships or coursework.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon. – Thurs.). The fourth week is fully remote.
As an Assistant Designer, Swim - you are responsible for assisting in the design and development of Lands’ End products by interpreting ideas and concepts into finished product through collaboration with Merchandising and Product Development. You are responsible for contributing to the Design team through your creative, customer focused and brand right ideas. You will contribute creatively by providing sketches, tears and a point of view. You are responsible for helping to develop themes, color, fabrications, silhouettes, and direction for the upcoming season. You will design and interpret trends using the Lands’ End brand filter. You will assist in presenting development and design ideas to the teams. You will also assist in managing the product through the product development cycle by partnering with cross functional partners.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Employees must be able to perform the job functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Assist in the design and development of Lands’ End products by interpreting ideas and concepts into finished product through collaboration with Merchandising and Product Development
- Assist in creative sketches, pulling tears and having a point of view on design direction and be able to present and clearly articulate ideas.
- Assist in developing themes, colors, fabrications, silhouettes, and direction for the upcoming season
- Assist in presenting development and design ideas to team members and cross functional team. Create materials (presentation boards, sample mock-ups, trend decks, etc.) to show ideas.
- Assist in managing the photo samples to ensure all elements of the garment are accurate.
- Become fluent in IPLM, Illustrator and Indesign to assist in the management of all styles.
- Adhere to the calendar and key milestones by understanding the importance of the calendar and the ability to prioritize to support the needs of these key milestones.
- Manage lab dips; strike offs and trim development approvals.
- Assist in maintaining the line after key milestone meetings including all line sheets and tech pack updates.
- Research market trends, fabric/trim, print/pattern, graphics and competitors online and be prepared to travel.
- Communicate and build relationships with cross functional partners (PD, Tech, Merch) and follow through on sample development.
- Attend fit sessions and assist with taking notes as well as executing changes that arise during those sessions.
- Collaborate with merchandising to understand sales history when designing product.
- Must follow all safe work practices, escalate unsafe conditions and report incidents.
- All other duties as assigned.
SKILLS
- Demonstrate an ability to know the Lands’ End customer
- Basic understanding of garment construction, textiles, and home decor materials.
- Ability to learn skills in IPLM, Illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop – knowledge of CAD is beneficial
- Strong sketching and illustration abilities. Creatively driven and have a point of view
- Possess the ability to meet deadlines and work in a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage high workload and daily emails
- Proactive, accountable and motivated
- Strong collaboration and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and open to change
- Process driven
- Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Initiative and exceptional follow up skills
- Positive, can-do attitude with flexibility.
- Strong sense of style, color, and design aesthetics.
- Ability to translate trends and concepts into original designs.
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for fashion and home decor.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Active job such as maneuvering of design boards and presentation materials
- Ability to travel as needed.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or related field or equivalent related work experience with a sense of garment construction. Up to 2 years of experience in the Design field or related field or recent college graduate with relevant internships or coursework.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Designer
Frame your portfolio around degree-level work
H-1B visa sponsorship requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. Structure your portfolio to show conceptual, research-driven design decisions rooted in your degree field, not just production tasks. Hiring managers and immigration counsel both scrutinize this distinction.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your occupation and worksite location. Run your SOC code and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the floor your offer must meet.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search for Assistant Designer roles on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history by role and city, so you're applying to companies already set up to sponsor rather than educating employers from scratch.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your role involves client sites, satellite offices, or hybrid arrangements across cities, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite location. Raise this early with HR so the petition covers everywhere you'll actually work.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code lists the typical education and knowledge requirements USCIS references when evaluating specialty occupation status. Cross-check your job description against those requirements and flag any gaps before the I-129 is drafted.
Account for premium processing in your start-date timeline
Standard USCIS adjudication can take several months. If your employer won't file premium processing, build that uncertainty into your negotiated start date. Starting before petition approval puts both you and the employer at risk of a status violation.
H-1B Visa Assistant Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Designer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. When the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, industrial design, or a closely related field, it qualifies as a specialty occupation. Employers must document that requirement in the job description and LCA. Roles framed around general production tasks without a specific degree requirement will face scrutiny from USCIS during I-129 adjudication.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
Gather your original degree transcripts and diploma, any credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., a copy of your current visa status documents, and a detailed resume emphasizing design projects tied to your degree field. Your employer's immigration counsel will also need an offer letter specifying your title, worksite address, and start date to complete the LCA and I-129 package.
How long does H-1B status last for an Assistant Designer?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to 3 years, tied to the approved petition and your employer's LCA. Your employer can file an extension before that period ends, bringing your total authorized stay to a maximum of 6 years. Extensions beyond 6 years require a qualifying permanent residence filing, such as an approved I-140 immigrant petition.
Can I work at a client's office or a different city on the same H-1B?
Not automatically. Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties requires its own certified LCA specifying that location's prevailing wage. If your role involves regular work at client sites, co-working spaces, or offices in a different metro area, your employer must file amended or additional LCAs covering those addresses before you begin working there.
How do I find Assistant Designer jobs where employers are already set up to sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows Assistant Designer roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus your applications on studios, agencies, and in-house teams that have already sponsored workers in design roles. This cuts out the back-and-forth of asking employers whether they sponsor and lets you prioritize companies with an established petition process.