Technical Designer (apparel)

The Associate Technical Designer is responsible for developing the technical components for all product categories from sketch handoff, fit approval to final pre-production approval, and development of tech packs. This position works in close collaboration with the production and development team.Duties and responsibilities:Develop complete Tech Packs with detailed specifications, fabrications, and technical drawings from Designer's initial sketch, paper pattern or garmentHandles development lifecycle from sketch, tech pack creation, fit approvals from proto to final pp size set approval for multiple product linesWork in conjunction with designer to creates sketches and specs for Tech Packs, including front and back sketch, construction details, illustrations, materials, trims and hardware.Assures Tech Packs created internally or externally are accurate, complete and consistentMeasure and spec samples from proto to Top of Production as neededManages fit sessions with Design and Product Development assuring models & samples are in place to maximize styles fit and schedules follow-up fits for corrections as neededResolves and communicates fit and construction issues to domestic and overseas suppliers within the development and production timelinesSkills/Qualifications:Experience with dancewear, activewear, yoga or swimwear categories in stretch fabrics highly desiredAssociate or Bachelor's Degree in Fashion, Technical Design or relatedMust have 3+ years technical design experience.Gerber Accumark digitizing knowledge idealSome knowledge of patterns construction idealMust have strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and tech packsMust have good sketching skills on a variety of garmentsSuccessful in handling high volume of work, multitasker with ability to meet multiple deadlinesStrong Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel skillsBilingual - English/Spanish a plus