24 Seven Talent
Fashion Brand looking for a Technical Designer (Knits) for a Direct-hire role onsite in City of Industry, CA.
The team is looking for a Technical Designer-Knits (Mens,Womens,Kids)
Please see the full job description along with all details below.
Role:
- Technical Designer-Knits
Rate:
- $70K- $85K (based on experience)
Location:
- Position Location: Fully Onsite in City of Industry
Monday – Friday Daily Schedule: 9:00am – 6:00pm, in-person
Job Description:
- Create and update technical packets for development and costing. Ensuring that all details are commercially viable with the factories and are the most cost effective.
- Work with creative team on style development for men’s and women’s
- Review samples and/or paper patterns from contractors for design accuracy and integrity.
- Communicate fit comments to overseas and domestic vendors in a timely manner.
- Develop fabric and provide guidance to fabric mills on changes.
- Execute design and fit intent into bulk production while maintaining quality and cost standards.
- Lead fit sessions and take initiative as the fit expert of a specific product category or brand.
- Ensure size and fit consistency within the brand and across product categories.
- Ensure availability of fit models.
- Build and maintain fit base libraries including sketches and finished garment measurements.
- Collaborate with product development and design teams on creation of style: from initial specifications and construction detail to fit intent.
- Foster open communication and team environment with all business partners.
- Identify and proactively engage business partners when issues arise with recommendations for viable options/solutions
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 5 years’ experience and/or training
- Can do Specs and Grading
- Has experience working with retailers or manufacturers
- Experience with Men, Womens and Kids Knits
- Proficient in use of Illustrator required for sketching garments and knowledge of photoshop
- Strong knowledge in pattern making including grading, construction, and fit.
- Ability to analyze quality and know how to communicate with factories to meet expectations.
- Ability to multitask. Use organization, time management, scheduling and preparation to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency; strong sense of time awareness.
- Thorough attention to detail and organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Technical knowledge of fabrics, finishes, trims, and techniques.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
If you are interested, please respond with your updated resume.