Rokit Originals Studio Manager / Designer

Rokit Originals, established in 1986 has always been an integral part of Rokit Vintage. Working closely with Trans-Continental Textile Recycling from Vancouver Canada, which means we always have a good supply of material including our collection of unused vintage cloth. Rokit Originals is truly a green company. Rokit Originals focus is trend led and is a youth orientated sustainable fashion brand with an edge.

The studio manager will be responsible for day-to-day operations, must be commercially minded with an analytical mind. Duties will include:

-Managing a small manufacturing team.
-Managing production schedules
-Leading the commercial success of Rokit Originals
-Managing cost of production and profit margins of product
-Liaising with externals and suppliers
-Managing studio maintenance and organisation.
-Ability to adapt to textile availability and respond to quick paced changes.
-Working alongside inhouse creative and marketing teams to grow the brand

The Design role would include.

Coming up with innovative solutions by up-cycling clothing and creating new garments from vintage and end of line materials.
-Garment development including pattern cutting. Tech pack production is a bonus
-Respond swiftly to market changes whilst adhering to slow fashion ethos
-Working alongside inhouse creative and marketing teams to grow the brand

The successful applicant will have the benefit of being part of brand development and there is great potential for growth. The role is based in our warehouse/head office in North London. The garments that are made at Rokit Originals are sent direct to our four central London locations and our international website.

Please send Resume with covering letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this position shaun@rokit.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Transport links

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person