Technical Designer

True Religion; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading apparel brand is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to join their Women's Sportswear team in Los Angeles. The role involves creating tech packs, collaborating with vendors, and ensuring quality garment production. Ideal candidates have 5-6 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a background in garment construction and pattern making. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years as a Technical Designer, preferably with active wear and ready-to-wear.
• Experience with jumpsuits, dresses, fashion tops, and jackets required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating across departments and with external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed tech packs including specs and tolerances.
• Work closely with overseas vendors to develop accurate patterns and ensure proper fit.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet company standards.

Skills

Garment construction

Pattern making

Fabric knowledge

Attention to detail

Adobe Illustrator

Fit analysis

Education

Degree in Fashion Technical Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Gerber Accumark

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

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Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Technical Designer to join our Women's Sportswear tech design team.

The Technical Designer will play a crucial role in turning creative design concepts into high-quality, production-ready garments. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of garment construction, pattern making, and fabric technology, as well as a passion for fashion innovation. This individual will be the bridge between the design team and production, ensuring that designs are executed with precision and adhere to brand standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain detailed tech packs including specs, tolerances, grading, detail sketches with construction/stitching and fit evaluation comment.
• Work closely with overseas vendors to develop accurate patterns and ensure proper fit across different sizes. Conduct fitting sessions and provide constructive feedback to ensure the highest quality garment.
• Collaborate with the Technical Design Manager and cross-functional partners to land on an appropriate fit and functional intent for each product design.
• Ensure that all garment specifications are clearly defined, including measurements, stitching techniques, and finishing details.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure that products meet the company’s standards and address any discrepancies found during production. Work closely with manufacturers to ensure consistent quality across all production runs.
• Act as a liaison between the design team and manufacturers to ensure seamless production, troubleshooting any technical issues during the process.
• Track and manage workflow and workload for own product.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, adapt to rapidly changing priorities, and balance short-term needs with long-term strategic initiatives.
• Maintain professional and timely email correspondence with overseas vendors.
• Ability to work in a productive and effective manner in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate with a degree in Fashion Technical Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Minimum 5-6 years as a Technical Designer, preferably with active wear and ready-to-wear.
• Experience with jumpsuits, dresses, fashion tops, and jackets required.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and Full circle is a plus.
• Pattern Making & Garment Construction: Solid understanding of pattern making, grading, and garment construction techniques.
• Fit Analysis: Experience in conducting fit sessions and pattern-making adjustments to achieve a perfect fit.
• Fabric Knowledge: Knowledge of different fabrics, finishes, and how they affect garment construction and fit.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure designs are accurately translated from concept to final product.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating across departments and with external vendors.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with Gerber Accumark.

Experience with international production and sourcing.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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