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- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Compensation
- €28,000–36,000/year
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
About Prada
Prada is an emblem of Italian sophistication, intellectual design, and cultural modernity, with a heritage dating to 1913 in Milan. As an employer, the House offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a globally admired luxury group where creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation are pursued with disciplined excellence. Prada values discerning talent across design, retail, operations, digital, and corporate functions, fostering an environment shaped by curiosity, precision, and respect for heritage. Employees are invited to participate in a dynamic international culture that balances artistic vision with commercial rigor, while advancing the brand’s enduring influence in fashion, leather goods, and contemporary luxury.
The Design Assistant supports Prada’s runway collection development and fashion presentations in Milan, coordinating research, fittings, design materials, model casting, and music preparation. The role requires 1–2 years of design-environment experience and offers a gross annual salary of €28,000–€36,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- Track the development of styles and design stories after fittings, documenting progress in photographs, organizing images into boards, and archiving files and materials.
- Research images and garments for design stories and collection development; organize materials for briefings and display boards.
- Assist with garment and accessory fittings, including preparing inspiration materials, vintage references, and maquettes.
- Create digital image mock-ups and collages for the initial development of new design stories.
- Provide general support to the team and contribute to design meetings.
- Support casting activities for show and fitting models, including updating files and communicating with casting agencies and in-house bookers.
- Research and organize music and sound following show preparation and fittings.
Qualifications
- Degree or qualification in fashion design, fashion communication, fashion management, or a similar field.
- Familiarity with the Adobe suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
- 3D moulage/draping skills.
- Expert knowledge of the fashion landscape and history to develop substantial research.
- Fluent English; Italian is a plus.
Skills
Experience
1–2 years of work experience in a design environment, preferably supporting design team coordination, timeline management, and research.
Education
Degree or qualification in fashion design, fashion communication, fashion management, or a similar field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 28,000 to EUR 36,000 per annum.
Culture
Prada fosters a intellectually curious and forward-thinking workplace where heritage craftsmanship, contemporary design, and cultural dialogue intersect. As an employer, it encourages disciplined creativity, cross-functional collaboration, and a refined attention to detail, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to one of luxury fashion’s most influential maisons.
About Cerulean
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