Embroidery Digitizer — Turn Artwork into Production-Ready Stitch

AFH Canada Stores Co.; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Onsite fitness center

Employee merchandise discount

Paid parental leave

Headspace mental wellness app access

Job summary

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Global Home Office invites applications for a Digitizer in the Innovation Design Center in Columbus, Ohio. This role focuses on converting artwork into production-ready embroidery files and refining stitches across multiple brand portfolios.

You will collaborate with Merchants, Sourcing, and Design teams to ensure design intent is realized, while maintaining organized files for efficient production and future development.

Qualifications

• Interest and passion for retail and A&F brands.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to be flexible to changing demands.
• Curiosity and openness to feedback.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative approach with cross-functional partners.
• Ability to stand majority of the workday.

Responsibilities

• Convert artwork into production-ready embroidery files (DST, EMB, etc.) using digitizing software.
• Determine stitch types, densities, underlays, and sequencing to achieve best results.
• Review artwork and tech packs to ensure files align with design intent and garment specs.
• Test and refine files to ensure quality, efficiency, and consistency in production.
• Partner with Embroidery Technicians during sampling to troubleshoot and improve stitch outcomes.
• Make adjustments based on fabric type, garment construction, and machine capabilities.
• Maintain organized file libraries and naming conventions for access and version control.
• Support development work, including creating files for new techniques, placements, or materials.
• Flag potential production issues early (e.g., distortion, puckering, excessive stitch counts).
• Understanding or interest in Tajima Pulse Digitizing Software

Skills

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Adaptability

Curiosity

Fast-paced work

Tools

Tajima Pulse Digitizing Software

Job description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Global Home Office invites applications for a Digitizer in the Innovation Design Center in Columbus, Ohio. This role focuses on converting artwork into production-ready embroidery files and refining stitches across multiple brand portfolios.

You will collaborate with Merchants, Sourcing, and Design teams to ensure design intent is realized, while maintaining organized files for efficient production and future development.