Merch Tech Designer: From Artwork to Production

Complex; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Healthcare FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Commuter Benefits FSA

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401k with 4% match

Pet Insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Plans

Vacation time and sick days

Job summary

Complex in Los Angeles is seeking a Technical Designer to translate creative concepts into production-ready tech packs. You will drive product development across apparel categories, partnering with design, production, and vendors to maintain integrity and efficiency.

You will own the technical review of samples, specify decorations, and balance design intent with manufacturing realities. This fast-paced role rewards attention to detail and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Technical Design, Product Development, Apparel Development, or related field.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, materials, decoration techniques, manufacturing processes, and product specifications.
• Experience creating detailed tech packs and managing development through sampling and production.
• Ability to review production samples with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication across creative, production, and vendor teams.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and related tools.
• Experience in merchandising, consumer products, apparel, music, or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate approved concepts into production-ready tech packs and specs.
• Create and maintain detailed product specifications, including decor methods and packaging.
• Ensure technical documentation communicates design intent clearly to vendors.
• Collaborate with Creative and Project Management to align with brand standards.
• Serve as the technical expert on garment decoration methods and production requirements.
• Troubleshoot production challenges with vendors and ensure accurate execution.
• Stay current on decoration techniques and production capabilities to support quality.
• Own the technical review process for product samples and provide detailed feedback.
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout sampling and production lifecycle.
• Build and maintain a reusable tech pack library and change-management processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-project management

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Product development tools

Job description

Complex in Los Angeles is seeking a Technical Designer to translate creative concepts into production-ready tech packs. You will drive product development across apparel categories, partnering with design, production, and vendors to maintain integrity and efficiency.

You will own the technical review of samples, specify decorations, and balance design intent with manufacturing realities. This fast-paced role rewards attention to detail and strong communication.