Associate Technical Designer - A&F Co.

A&F Trading Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A&F Trading Co. is seeking a Technical Designer to develop products from concept to production at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves creating tech packs, conducting fit sessions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, at least 5 years of experience, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. A passion for our brands and a detail-oriented approach are key.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Technical Design.
• Extensive knowledge of apparel fit, construction, and fabric properties.
• Strong pattern making, draping, and grading skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop standards for product fits that meet design intent.
• Lead cross-functional interactive fit sessions.
• Manage product cycle from sketch to final bulk garments.

Skills

Technical Design Experience

Apparel Fit Knowledge

Communication Skills

Detail-Oriented

Time Management

Pattern Making Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

2D digital pattern making

3D software

Job description

Job Description:Technical Designers are hands on developing product from the initial concept through to production. They are responsible for translating initial concept into physical garments by building detailed tech packs and fitting product from first prototype to approval. Our technical designers lead cross functional fit sessions and communicate with vendors and factories to bring our vision to life. They work closely with Apparel Designers, Merchants, and Sourcing Specialists to protect quality fit and construction for each product category.This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.What will you be doing?Develop standards for product fits with focus placed on functionality meeting design intentLead cross-functional interactive fit sessions to protect fit consistency and functional performanceConduct wear tests and try-on sessions to gain customer insight and continually improve productCreate and edit patterns to drive fit directionBuild detailed tech packs including sketches, construction specifications and graded specsCollaborate with overseas vendors to manage the garment sampling processCommunicate with factories to identify & resolve production issuesManage product cycle from sketch through pre-production samples and final bulk garmentsUnderstand and action on customer insight through various data points including reviews, returns, focus groups, etc.What will you need to bring?Minimum 5 years' experience in Technical DesignExtensive knowledge of apparel fit, construction and fabric propertiesExtensive production experience with multiple factoriesBachelor’s Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design or related experienceFluency in Adobe Creative Suite and 2D digital pattern making. Experience with 3D is a plus.Passion for the A&F brands and the roleDetail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skillsCareer-driven, strong work ethic and high-performance standardsStrong communication and presentation skillsStrong pattern making, draping and grading skillsA collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brandA strong desire for adventure & curiosityAbility to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environmentCompany DescriptionAbercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.