Freelance Technical Designer

24 Seven Talent; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent is seeking a Technical Designer for Kids in a long-term freelance capacity. The candidate will drive garment construction, fit, and tech-pack accuracy across Cut & Sew Knit, Woven, and Swimwear categories, from concept through production.

Strong grading, measurement development, and issue resolution are essential in a fast-paced setting. The role requires 6+ years in childrenswear tech design, CPSIA knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office/Excel, collaborating with design

Qualifications

• 6+ years of technical design experience in childrenswear.

Responsibilities

• Measure and evaluate fit samples, including Proto, Fit, PP, and TOP stages.

Skills

Garment construction & fit

Grading & size scaling

Patternmaking principles

CPSIA compliance

Base size measurements

Attention to detail

Brand fit interpretation

Tech pack accuracy

Microsoft Office & Excel

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Technical Designer – Kids

Kid’s apparel brand is seeking a Technical Designer – Kids to join our team in a long term freelance capacity. This role is ideal for a highly experienced technical design professional with a strong background in childrenswear and a sharp eye for fit, construction, and product quality. The right candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple categories in a fast-paced environment.

Required Experience

6+ years of technical design experience in childrenswear. Private label experience is helpful, but not required.

Product Categories

Cut & Sew Knit, Woven, and Swimwear. Sweater experience is a plus, and training can be provided.

Size Range

Preemie through Big Boys 18–20 and Girls 14–16.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of garment construction and fit
• Strong understanding of grading and size scaling
• Solid foundation in patternmaking principles
• Knowledge of CPSIA and U.S. childrenswear regulations
• Ability to develop base size measurements from design concept through final production specifications
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to interpret and support a variety of brand fits and aesthetics
• Ability to follow tech pack construction details and design comments accurately
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel

Responsibilities

• Measure and evaluate fit samples, including Proto, Fit, PP, and TOP stages
• Prepare garments and documentation for fittings
• Lead fit sessions on mannequins
• Ensure sample accuracy for construction, trims, finishes, and adherence to tech pack specifications
• Identify and resolve issues related to garment balance, proportion, and comfort
• Provide clear, detailed, and actionable fit comments to factories and follow through on corrections
• Troubleshoot production and quality issues throughout development
• Conduct PP and TOP quality control checks to confirm garments meet approved standards before customer submission
• Collaborate closely with Design and Production teams from development through final production
• Manage sample receiving, shipping, and distribution of sample packages