Lead Technical Designer, Costume & Apparel Production

Walt Disney Imagineering; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Bonus opportunities

401(k)

Job summary

<p>Walt Disney Imagineering is seeking a Technical Designer to oversee the operational and entertainment costume production process. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of information given to vendors and maintaining garment standards.</p><p>Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in patternmaking and apparel production, along with a strong understanding of Adobe Suite and technical packs. The position is located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida and offers a competitive salary with benefits.</p>

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in patternmaking and apparel production.
• Experience developing technical packs to represent products.
• Experience with vendors to ensure the best product outcome.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of partners.
• Experience managing timelines and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead garment review sessions; collaborate with designers and buyers.
• Provide technical direction on specs, patterns, and construction methods.
• Ensure fit consistency by applying standard grade rules.
• Attend weekly cross-functional team meetings to address concerns.
• Partner with vendors to resolve fitting issues.

Skills

Patternmaking

Apparel production

Fit analysis

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in an apparel-related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Product Lifecycle Management software

Gerber/Lectra software

Job description

Walt Disney Imagineering is seeking a Technical Designer to oversee the operational and entertainment costume production process. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of information given to vendors and maintaining garment standards.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in patternmaking and apparel production, along with a strong understanding of Adobe Suite and technical packs. The position is located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida and offers a competitive salary with benefits.