Senior Technical Designer, RTW — Denim & Outerwear Leader

Cult Gaia; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cult Gaia is seeking a Senior Technical Designer, RTW, to focus on denim, bottom, outerwear, dresses, gowns, and suiting for men, women, and children. You will lead live fittings, generate Tech Packs, and collaborate with PD, design and production.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in RTW technical design, proven ability to solve fit challenges, and strong organizational and communication skills. This role requires mentoring, vendor coordination, and meticulous sample management.

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in Technical Design for RTW, preferably contemporary or designer brands.
• Ability to lead fittings and solve fit challenges without assistance.
• Adept at collaborating with cross functional teams.
• Proactive self-starter with ability to work independently and prioritize workload.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Ability to react to change.
• Proven ability to be a valued contributor.
• Effective communication in written and verbal form.

Responsabilidades

• Pattern making knowledge or oversight for fit across denim, bottom, outerwear, dresses, gowns and suiting.
• Manage timing of approvals and alert Director if late.
• Measure all fit samples from proto to TOP.
• Lead live fittings with pinning, notes and photography.
• Create Tech Packs in Excel or WFX with construction callouts, measurements and grading.
• Update WIPs and adhere to the T&A calendar.
• Communicate tech pack feedback to vendors daily or as needed.
• Troubleshoot construction and production issues cross-functionally.
• Book fit models and track budget; maintain fit history.

Conocimientos

Pattern making

Live fittings

Tech packs

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor communication

Mentoring

Organization

Problem solving

Herramientas

Excel

WFX

Descripción del empleo

Cult Gaia is seeking a Senior Technical Designer, RTW, to focus on denim, bottom, outerwear, dresses, gowns, and suiting for men, women, and children. You will lead live fittings, generate Tech Packs, and collaborate with PD, design and production.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in RTW technical design, proven ability to solve fit challenges, and strong organizational and communication skills. This role requires mentoring, vendor coordination, and meticulous sample management.