3D Children's Apparel Designer - Fit & Specs Expert

Tom Trese Networking LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC in New York City seeks an Associate 3D Technical Designer to develop and maintain fit quality and construction for children’s apparel. You will ensure brand consistency and oversee spec packages across styles.

You will collaborate with Design and Production, lead fit sessions, measure and evaluate samples, and communicate with vendors to ensure safety and workmanship standards are met. Office-based role, Browzwear and patternmaking skills required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience, childrenswear experience.
• Experience with Browzwear 3D software or similar software.
• Familiar with measuring sample points of measurement to ensure submitted samples are within tolerance of required specifications.
• Strong knowledge of knit and woven garment construction.
• Knowledge of patternmaking, sewing terminology and garment construction.
• Have understanding of garment manufacturing and product development process.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Word; knowledge of Illustrator a plus.
• Must be willing to work in the office 5 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Work with Design and Production teams to establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Create spec packages for each style including correct grade rules and non-standard construction details.
• Accurate measurement and evaluation of development, proto samples for spec, quality & workmanship.
• Prepare and lead fit sessions with Design and Production Depts.
• Communicate measurement, construction and workmanship comments to vendors, including providing detailed explanations, diagrams and/or patterns as needed.
• Work with Production and Compliance Depts to ensure all products meet relevant children’s safety requirements.
• Answer questions via email regarding fit, specs, pattern and construction as needed.

Skills

Patternmaking

Garment construction

Knit & woven knowledge

Measurement & tolerances

Tools

Browzwear 3D

Excel

MS Word

Illustrator

Job description

Tom Trese Networking LLC in New York City seeks an Associate 3D Technical Designer to develop and maintain fit quality and construction for children’s apparel. You will ensure brand consistency and oversee spec packages across styles.

You will collaborate with Design and Production, lead fit sessions, measure and evaluate samples, and communicate with vendors to ensure safety and workmanship standards are met. Office-based role, Browzwear and patternmaking skills required.