Senior Technical Designer, RTW

POSITION :

Senior Technical Designer, RTW

REPORTS TO :

Director of Technical Design, RTW

DEPARTMENT : RTW

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Senior Technical Designer, RTW, will focus on denim, bottom, outerwear, dress, gown and suiting for categories such as men, women and children.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Pattern Making knowledge preferred.

Responsible for managing approval timing of their styles. Raises to the Director's attention if approval(s) will be late.

Measures all fit samples from proto to T.O.P. prior to fitting.

Participates and leads all aspects of live fitting (including garment pinning, note taking and photographing).

Creates Tech Packs in Excel or WFX with construction callouts, target measurements and grading.

Update WIPs and adhere to the T&A calendar.

Sends Tech Pack Fit Comments and Grading to vendors after each fit round.

Communicates with vendors via emails, WhatsApp and facetime daily or as needed.

Problem solves construction and production issues.

Work cross functionally with PD, design and production.

Book fit models and keep tab of the budget.

Keep approved samples for reference and fit history.

Train and mentor technical designers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

10+ years of experience in Technical Design of RTW for American or European Brands, preferably Contemporary or Designer Brands.

Ability to lead fittings and solve fit challenges without assistance.

Strong pattern making skills preferred.

Adept at collaborating with cross functional teams.

Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize workload.

Good organization and communication skills.

Multiple task management skills.

Ability to react to change.

Proven ability to be a valued contributor.

Effective communicate in written and verbal form.

Computer literate (Outlook, Photoshop, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc )

WHAT WE OFFER :

Medical, Dental, Vision & Dependent Coverage

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

PTO

Paid Sick Leave

Clothing Allowance

Employee Discount