Hello Bargello is a women-owned and operated e-commerce brand specializing in modern needlepoint kits + DIY subscription boxes. Our mission is to reinvent traditional fiber crafts for modern makers — spreading colorful maximalism, the joy of handmade hobbies, and a love of retro flair.

We’re looking for a Textile/Needlepoint Design & Studio Assistant to join our small, female-led team. This is a very unique hands-on role which combines design and stitching responsibilities with e-commerce studio assistant responsibilities.

On the design side: Your primary role will involve working directly with our founder and head designer to assist in developing new needlepoint designs. You’ll provide support throughout the full design life cycle from concept to production, including physically stitching swatches and samples during the design process. This is a rare opportunity that’s like a master class in creative design and product development. Applicants MUST have strong proficiency in at least one type of needle craft (needlepoint or knitting/embroidery/sewing/etc) OR degree in textile design.

On the studio assistant side: You’ll assist with order fulfillment, ensuring our customer orders are beautifully packed and shipped on time, while also helping to manage and organize inventory. It’s a chance to grow your practical skills, get behind-the-scenes experience in a fast-growing lifestyle brand, and work in a fun, creative studio environment.

This isn’t just an assistant job — every day you’ll contribute to creative projects and be part of the action. If you love stitching, colorful craft supplies, cute packaging — AND you’re creative, detail-obsessed and highly organized — we want to meet you! ✨

Roles & Responsibilities

Assist with development of new needlepoint kits, including monitoring current trends, pitching ideas, stitching samples, selecting colors, and producing instructional content
Monitor industry trends and curate seasonal trend stories and color palettes
Support technical pattern team and take technical photos for our patterns
Opportunity to create social media videos related to our design process or instructions.
Maintain and organize design production schedule; support design team to ensure deadlines and key calendar dates are met
Collaborate with team members to source correct materials for new designs and kits
Assist with packing and shipping daily e-commerce orders with accuracy and care (a.k.a. sending colorful happy mail!)
Assemble craft kits and subscription boxes — bonus points if you love an efficient assembly line
Receive, unpack, and organize incoming shipments
Help keep the studio running smoothly and beautifully
Assist with additional creative projects as opportunities arise, including social media tasks, photo shoots, and product development research
Bonus but not required: experience in video editing or website maintenance (Shopify)
Work independently with your favorite playlist or podcast (earbuds encouraged!)

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Textile Design, Fine Arts or related
Strong proficiency in at least one type of needle or fiber craft, with experience using consumer instructions for such craft (ie, following knitting or sewing patterns)
Technically-minded with the ability to plan and visualize complex 3-D designs
Strong understanding of color theory, print/pattern design, and material selection
Aspirational taste level and ability to translate current trends to our niche
Extremely high attention to detail
Proficiency in Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Shopify, and CapCut
Highly organized with strong time management skills
Creative, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset
Reliable, professional, and excited to learn
Enthusiastic about crafts, design, textiles, and creative small business
Finds joy in precision (lining things up, checking things off, getting the facts just right)
Ability to work on your feet for extended time periods and lift up to 50 pounds
COVER LETTER REQUIRED: Only applications with cover letters will be considered. In your cover letter, tell us about your interest in fiber crafts or textile design + why this is a job you would love.

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience in product development and textile design
Exposure to the full design lifecycle from concept to production
Hands-on experience supporting a creative e-commerce studio; learn how to manage inventory, execute product packaging, and contribute to a positive customer experience
Opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to a growing, design-led brand
Direct collaboration with an innovative, creative team
This is not a “sit at a desk all day” role. You’ll be actively participating in all areas of the studio ecosystem, rotating between stitching new design samples, packing orders, taking photos, attending team meetings and brainstorm sessions, packing kits, organizing inventory, and more.

Perks & Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Vacation + Holidays
Laid-back but professional studio culture — we work hard, but we’re fun and friendly too. (Bonus: our offices are colorful and cute!)
A workplace that’s female-led, progressive, inclusive, positive, and collaborative
Employee discount on all Hello Bargello products
Strong potential for growth in a fast-paced, growing business

✨ This is a hands-on role in a growing, creative small business. If you’re eager to make a meaningful contribution to our collaborative, female-run team — and love the idea of stitching, shipping, and creating alongside us — we’d love to hear from you!

Pay: $52,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off

Experience:

fiber crafts or textile: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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