Technical Designer

About the role

The Technical Designer will work cross functionally with Production, Design and vendors to execute and implement consistent size, fit, construction, quality standards, grade rules and tolerance, and standard pattern blocks.

Responsibilities

• Lead fit sessions using live model/body form to assess fit, proportion, and overall styling of garments
• Provide detailed evaluation for each fit sample which may include pattern corrections, sketches, photos and fit comments
• Ensure size and fit consistency within and across product categories
• Partner with Production and overseas offices to support quality and on-time delivery of products
• Manage fit and construction approval process with cross functional partners to meet all deadlines and raise issues to appropriate level for resolution in a timely manner
• Communicate and provide clear direction to overseas offices and factories on submits and approval status
• Special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Patternmaking or related field
• 4+ years of experience in the fashion industry (children’s wear knowledge a plus)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to lead and develop a team of Assistant/Associate Technical Designer(s)