Studio Design / Production Assistant - Mancunia Ugly

As an intern at Mancunia Ugly, you will gain hands-on experience in both the operational and creative sides of a niche, high-end automotive-inspired fashion brand. You will assist in making up customer orders, ensuring products are prepared to the brand’s premium standards, and support the development of new designs and products. This role offers exposure to sustainable fashion practices, innovative material use, and the craftsmanship involved in creating collectible leather and textile pieces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing and fulfilling customer orders to a high standard.

• Support the design and development process for new products, including sourcing materials, creating prototypes, and testing finishes.

• Contribute to the creative brainstorming process for new product concepts.

• Help maintain an organized workspace and keep track of materials and stock.

• Learn about the use of automotive-inspired textiles, leather treatments, and finishing techniques.

What You’ll Learn:

• Practical experience in fashion product development and small-scale production.

• Insight into sustainable and innovative material sourcing.

• Exposure to high-end, collectible fashion design and brand operations.

• Hands-on experience with design, finishing, and creative problem-solving.

Skills Required:

• Confidence with sewing and basic handcrafting techniques.

• Interest or experience working with woven textiles, woolens, leather and automotive-grade materials.

• Creativity and willingness to contribute ideas to product design and development.

• Ability and desire to learn new techniques and processes.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality standards.

• Good organisational skills and ability to manage materials, workspace, and small-scale production tasks.

• Enthusiasm for automotive-inspired, sustainable, and niche fashion.