L'AGENCE is hiring: TECHNICAL DESIGNER in Los Angeles

Job Summary

• The Associate Technical Designer will be responsible for overseeing and owning all aspects of technical design for denim and knits from initial development to final production (T.O.P) to ensure accurate execution of requested measurements, quality, construction and overall fit.

Examples of Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Measure garments accurately to identify any fit issues and execute fit comments efficiently to remain on schedule with calendar deadlines
• Must also be able assess garments to determine compliance of spec, construction, and any prior changes
• Assist in leading fit sessions on live models and fit forms, provide recommendations, note call-outs, and log critiques to accurately and efficiently address all issues
• Provide grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval to ensure fit continuity and sizing consistency
• Create and develop clear and detailed fit comment document with easily understandable comments using written and visual methods and be able to communicate fit and balance issues via photos, detailed sketches and pattern diagram or directly on pattern when needed
• Communicate daily with vendors regarding fit, construction, sewing changes and any general questions as well as final grading throughout entire product lifecycle
• Must have ability to assemble tech packs with detailed sketches/illustrations, garment construction details and specs on Adobe Illustrator and Excel while adhering to set established standards, templates and organization
• Assist in identifying potential product, quality and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations to maintain brand integrity
• Track and manage workflow and workload including managing fit schedule and calendar
• Work with PD and Tech Manager to assess next steps when fit issues arise during the pre-production/production process and any potential impacts to timing
• Maintain sample organization throughout development and production lifecycle including tracking status of fit samples/packages
• Work closely with PD and Design to keep BOM updated throughout entire development and production life cycle
• Work closely with PD on sampling needs and requests to meet calendar milestones and due dates
• Review and approve final inspection spec sheets before bulk shipping
• Must update cross functional WIPs within timely manner to maintain accurate record keeping while maintaining established standards, templates and aesthetics

• Other duties as assigned.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years minimum of Technical Design experience, preferably specifically in Denim and Knits
• Strong knowledge of prototyping, development/production practices & processes as well as apparel construction and fit
• Hands on experience with trouble shooting production, pattern and grading issues
• Must have strong mastery and command of Excel and Adobe Illustrator
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Intermediate experience for grading skills, knowledge of bill of materials, trims
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and presentation with the ability to write comprehensive product specs and produce detailed technical drawings
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to make decisions independently and proactively
• The ability to organize & prioritize workload to meet deadlines is essential while being flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
• Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize workload
• Team player, collaborative, results driven and respectful
• Quick learner with excellent attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

• This position is an office position that requires frequent use of a computer, mouse and keyboard.
• Frequent sitting.
• Occasional standing, bending, stooping.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.