Fashion Technician

Sheffield Hallam University; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK university in Sheffield is seeking a Fashion Design Technician to support teaching and research in Fashion Design. This role involves providing expert guidance on garment production, including pattern cutting and machining, while ensuring high levels of customer service. The successful candidate will work closely with students and academic staff to enhance the learning experience and help manage design projects effectively. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in fashion design techniques and garment production.
• Ability to provide expert guidance to staff and students.
• Skills in pattern cutting and machining.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of garments including demonstrations and individual student assistance.
• Liaise with staff and students to provide advice and solutions.
• Assist the Senior Technician in daily activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service orientation

Planning and organizational skills

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Job description

Technical Operations, Resources and Services (TORS) provide high quality technical support for teaching, research and practical activities within the University. The Fashion Design team is committed to providing highly skilled technical support for a wide variety of equipment, software and facilities relating to Fashion Design.

As a Fashion Design Technician, you will play a key part in a small team, providing expert guidance and specialist expertise within Fashion Design, primarily supporting the production of garments, through pattern cutting, machining, and digital production.

As a Fashion Technician, you will be student facing and sited within the HPO Building, city centre. Knowledge and experience in the selection of appropriate techniques is key to this role, you will also provide advice and solutions for a wide range of staff, student and research projects.

You will work closely with the Senior Technician on the day to day activities that support our students. This will include session prep, demonstrations, or providing individual support to students working on their design projects.

You must have excellent communication skills, and the self-confidence to liaise with staff, students and stakeholders at all levels. You'll be committed to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate a professional approach, when managing enquiries, and giving advice, guidance and information. You will be able to plan, organise and prioritise your own work in a proactive and flexible manner, and work to deadlines whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.