Technical Designer
Our client is a vintage-inspired Los Angeles fashion label known for its new take on classic '90s cuts and their universally flattering fits and they are looking for a Technical Designer to join their team. Please see below.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Call out all construction and specs in tech packs after reviewing with designer
- Send all tech packs to designated vendors
- Schedule fittings with designer and fit model per delivery windows of samples
- Approve and submit all fit model invoices
- Spec all samples that come in before fitting
- Make sure carry over body specs match approved production specs in reorders
- Attend all fittings, take fit notes and apply fit comments to comprehensive template for overseas communication
- Send fit comments to vendors and answer any follow up questions
- Keep track of sample development ie) first proto, second proto through to SMS
- Manage Pre-Production Fit Scheudles, Fittings & T/P update for PPS specs.
- Responsible for TOP spec & Approval for Standard & Extended sizes for bulk approval.
- Keep tech packs and spec sheets up to date per style per season for standard sizing & extended sizing
- Implement in house wear tests and communicate info to design team, strategize construction to improve fits of carry over bodies for all sizing
Qualifications:
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator , Photoshop & MS Office (Excel)
- Strong understanding of garment fit, construction, digital patterns & grading
- Very strong organizational skills with high attention to detail are an absolute must for this role
- Ability to prioritize a demanding workload and adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Experience working with overseas factories
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a similar role
Please submit a resume for immediate consideration!
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