Technical Designer

Jaded London; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented individual to support its Womenswear and Menswear Design teams. The successful candidate will produce technical drawings and workbooks essential for the production process, collaborating closely with designers and garment technologists. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel is crucial, along with a strong understanding of garment construction. The role offers exciting benefits including discounts, holiday allowances, and a hybrid working model after probation.

Benefits

50% Employee Discount

24 days holiday per year

Paid day off on your birthday

Paid moving day per year

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

£500 employee referral bonus scheme

Local Business Discounts

Casual office dress code

Fully-stocked kitchens

Regular Office Social Events

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel.
• Strong understanding of garment construction.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Confidence to work at a fast pace.
• Skilled in problem-solving and identifying issues quickly.
• Trend-focused with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and make creative decisions.
• Flexible and diligent in adapting to team needs.
• Good understanding of Jaded London brand and customer.
• Passionate team player for the brand's success.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical workbooks for Mens & Womenswear.
• Create annotated technical drawings and construction diagrams.
• Update workbooks post fittings as required.
• Collaborate with designers and garment tech team.
• Maintain Tech Design Ai libraries and Trim Worksheets.
• Provide flexible support for design solutions.

Skills

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator

Proficient in Photoshop

Proficient in Excel

Strong knowledge of garment construction

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Problem-solving skills

Trend-focused

Capable of working autonomously

Flexibility and adaptability

Strong team player

Job description

Job Details

Reports to: Head of Design / Buyer

Role Overview

Supports the Womenswear and Menswear Design teams in producing technical drawings and excel workbooks for styles, through teamwork with the Women’s & Mens Designers and Garment Techs.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Produce Mens & Womenswear technical workbooks for sending to the factories, including :
• Fully annotated technical drawings
• Diagrams of construction & techniques
• Print scaling and placements
• Meticulous in completing fabric and trim information
• Proto specs & Measuring Guides
• Amending styles and updating workbooks as required after fittings
• Working closely with Designers to develop the designs and the ranges
• Working closely with the Garment Tech team to problem solve finishings for styles demonstrating a depth of knowledge of construction for different types of styles in line with the Jaded identity and factory ability
• Ad hoc flexible support for the design teams to help find solutions for final designs
• Contribute to keeping the Tech Design Ai libraries and Trim Worksheets up to date
• Being responsive and positive to feedback, proactive in creating strong cross divisional relationships and striving for seeking efficient solutions

Requirements

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & Excel and Microsoft office
• Strong knowledge and understanding of garment construction
• Ability to prioritise, managing multiple deadlines and heavy workloads to strict deadlines
• Confidence and ability to work at pace
• A problem solver, identifying issues immediately
• Trend-focused with an eye for detail
• Capable of working autonomously and making strong creative decisions.
• Flexible working approach, diligent and able to adapt to the needs of the team
• Great understanding of the Jaded London brand and customer
• Strong Team player and passionate for the brand and its success.

Benefits

• 50% Employee Discount
• 24 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
• A paid day off on your birthday
• A paid moving day per year
• Hybrid Working Arrangements - 1 day per week WFH after 6 month probation
• Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• £500 employee referral bonus scheme
• Local Business Discounts (cafés, fitness, beauty etc)
• North-West London office location directly located next to good transport links
• Casual office dress code (your style of dress is up to you, wear what you feel best in)
• Fully-stocked kitchens and fridges (hello endless brekkie and snack supply, see ya afternoon munchies)
• Regular Office Social Events (e.g. payday socials)