Technical Design Associate

Joah Brown, LLC; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Joah Brown, LLC seeks a garment technical specialist to develop fit specifications for prototype samples and to review prototypes against tech packs. You will ensure fit and construction integrity and establish construction requirements per standards.

You will write precise vendor communications, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with Design to meet deadlines. Local candidates with driving capability preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of related professional experience
• Intermediate Computer Drawing skills for technical and construction detail sketches & related art using Adobe Illustrator
• Must have strong organizational skills and be able to manage multiple different projects at once
• Knowledge of garment and fabric construction, terminology, measurements, and workmanship
• Ability to accurately measure a garment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Must have reliable transportation, valid CA driver’s license, and proof of insurance
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Spanish speaking is a plus

Responsibilities

• Work alongside our Design team to develop the fit and specification for the prototype samples, formulate corrections and provide solutions as appropriate
• Review prototypes vs. tech packs for key measurements and constructions
• Responsible for fit and construction integrity
• Establish specifications and construction requirements for each garment type as per standards
• Write clear and accurate comments to relay to vendors so they understand the direction
• Understanding of fit stages and how to effect seasonal deliveries/deadlines successfully
• Collaborate with Design and corresponding teams to determine fit and priorities to meet timelines
• Review and revise spec sheets to confirm their accuracy
• Organize workflow based on delivery and production time and action calendar
• Communicate fit revisions and comments to vendors in a technical package format
• Approve fit and construction for each fit sample
• Communicate with the production team by transitioning off styles/collections information
• Enforce the company’s quality standards and expectations when dealing with factories, while at the same time maintaining a professional demeanor
• Be able to work autonomously and be a team player

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Written & verbal communication

Organization

Independent work

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

Position Summary

Supports the Product Development Team

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside our Design team to develop the fit and specification for the prototype samples, formulate corrections and provide solutions as appropriate
• Review prototypes vs. tech packs for key measurements and constructions
• Responsible for fit and construction integrity
• Establish specifications and construction requirements for each garment type as per standards
• Write clear and accurate comments to relay to vendors so they understand the direction
• Understanding of fit stages and how to effect seasonal deliveries/deadlines successfully
• Collaborate with Design and corresponding teams to determine fit and priorities to meet timelines
• Review and revise spec sheets to confirm their accuracy
• Organize workflow based on delivery and production time and action calendar
• Communicate fit revisions and comments to vendors in a technical package format
• Approve fit and construction for each fit sample
• Communicate with the production team by transitioning off styles/collections information
• Enforce the company’s quality standards and expectations when dealing with factories, while at the same time maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Be able to work autonomously and be a team player

Minimum qualifications

• 3-5 + years of related professional experience
• Intermediate Computer Drawing skills for technical and construction detail sketches & related art using Adobe Illustrator
• Must have strong organizational skills and be able to manage multiple different projects at once
• Knowledge of garment and fabric construction, terminology, measurements, and workmanship
• Ability to accurately measure a garment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Must have reliable transportation, valid CA driver’s license, and proof of insurance
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets
• Able to manage multiple prioritize and meet deadlines
• Spanish speaking is a plus

Working Environment / Conditions

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Position requires driving throughout the day to various factories around LA
• Ability to maintain a composed and professional demeanor under pressure
• Ability to react and adapt to change

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, lift up to 50lbs

Location Requirement

Applicants must be local to Santa Barbara or Downtown Los Angeles area.