Freelance Technical Designer - Denim

Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour

Overview

Responsible for examining and measuring proto, fit, and production samples to ensure accurate execution of requested measurements, quality, and construction, and overall fit of garments. Aid Designers in achieving the desired point of view of garments when creating technical packages and evaluating overall fit and construction.

Responsibilities

• Examine and measure proto, fit, and production samples to ensure accurate execution of requested measurements, quality, and construction.
• Aid designers in achieving the desired point of view of garments when creating technical packages and evaluating overall fit and construction.
• Represent the company’s interest in universal and consistent fit and proper construction.
• Liaise with design and production teams to communicate the company's point of view to vendors.
• Lead and facilitate fit sessions.
• Communicate development and fit information from initial concept through pre-production samples via reports, phone calls, sketches, and pattern corrections.
• Maintain fit standards, written reports, records, and samples.
• Create and manage tracking reports of sample status.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work in a hybrid environment requiring in-person/in-office collaboration around product development, milestones, fittings, and approvals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and education.
• 5+ years of related experience, with denim experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to partner across multiple departments and internal business units.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment with in-office presence as needed.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, and vision.
• Spending accounts.
• Life insurance and voluntary plans.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.