Apparel Technical Designer - Illustrator

The VA Group, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global design firm is seeking a Graphic Designer to create digital CADs and manage tech packs for apparel. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator. This position is remote and full-time or part-time options are available. Applicants must reside outside the United States to qualify for this role.

Benefits

$25 Client Selection Spiff

Up to $150 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Designer or similar role in fashion.
• Ability to create digital CADs and manage tech packs.
• Experience with 3D design software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create precise digital CADs of apparel using Adobe Illustrator.
• Develop and manage comprehensive tech packs.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure technical details are accurate.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator proficiency

Garment construction knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Job description

Join Our Team as a Graphic Designer and earn a $25 Client Selection Spiff, plus up to a $150 Sign-On Bonus in your first year!

Are you an exceptional Graphic Designer with extensive experience in Apparel Technical Design looking for a new opportunity? We’re hiring immediately, and we want YOU to join our growing team!

Disclaimer: This is a general overview of the position. Specific tasks and tools will be discussed in detail during the final interview.

Core Responsibilities

• Create precise digital CADs (flat sketches) of apparel using Adobe Illustrator.
• Develop and manage comprehensive tech packs, including all specs, measurements, materials, and construction notes.
• Collaborate with clients and production teams to ensure all technical details are accurate for manufacturing.
• Review physical samples against your tech packs and provide clear, design-related feedback for revisions.
• Maintain an organized digital library of all CADs, artwork, and tech packs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Designer, Apparel Graphic Designer, or similar role within the fashion industry.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for creating technical flats.
• Strong, practical knowledge of garment construction, terminology, and the apparel production lifecycle.
• Demonstrable experience building detailed, multi-page tech packs from scratch.
• Impeccable attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.

Bonus Points

• A creative eye for fashion aesthetics and trends.
• Experience with 3D design software (e.g., CLO 3D).

Schedule

• Full-Time and/or Part-Time (PST, MST, EST, or CST)

Location

• This is a remote position

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Only qualified candidates will be processed and invited to take the assessment and schedule initial and final interviews.

Come and join the team and please provide your portfolio upon applying as this will help us assess your skills better!

Eligibility Requirement: Non-U.S. Based Applicants Only

Please note that the majority of our job positions are reserved for individuals living outside the United States. Applicants must reside outside of the United States and should not hold U.S. residency or citizenship unless specified otherwise by the role needed.

We kindly ask that U.S. residents or citizens refrain from applying, as these opportunities are designed to support our international workforce.