Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college
5-7 years of Technical Design experience in designer or contemporary markets
Strong understanding of the LoveShackFancy brand and its aesthetic
Exceptional detail-orientation and organizational skills
Extensive knowledge in construction and patternmaking
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Skilled in multi-tasking across various departments
Responsibilities
Develop and edit tech packs with complete fit comments and specifications
Direct fit sessions with cross-functional teams to assess garment styling and fit
Prepare samples for fitting and ensure accurate measurements
Provide technical guidance on corrections to meet brand fit standards
Communicate fit issues clearly using written and visual aids
Resolve potential production challenges during the fitting process
Issue grading guidelines post-fit approval and review changes from factories
Launch domestic samples and create tech packs for overseas styles
Establish and maintain construction standards for various fabrics
Handle timely correspondence with overseas vendors
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Opportunity to work with a well-known fashion brand
Fast-paced and dynamic workplace culture
Scope for professional growth in technical design
Access to international production teams
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Must have a strong background in wovens dresses, bottoms and jackets
Collaborate with Design to develop and edit tech packs, documenting fit comments, specs and bill of materials from start to finish of a product fit cycle. Translate design sketches and/or samples into spec and construction pages. Review tech packs prior to turnover for accuracy
Lead/direct fit session on live model with cross-functional teams (Design/Production/Merch) to evaluate garment fit, constructions and styling details.
Measure and prep samples for fitting
Provide technical direction, internally and externally, on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit standards. Utilizes written comments, sketches, photos, or pattern making as needed to communicate
Communicate fit and balance issues via easily understandable written and/or visual methods
Anticipate and resolves any potential pre-production and production problems while in the fit process. Partner with vendors in the resolution of problems as necessary
Issue grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval. Review grade rule changes submitted by factories
Must be able to launch domestic developed samples and create tech packs to launch styles overseas
Establish construction standards for all fabric types
Establish and maintain brand fit, spec and construction consistency
Maintains professional and timely daily email correspondence with overseas vendors
Ability to articulate the fit issues and present solutions during the fit session to cross functional teams
Accountable to resolve fit issues and to clearly communicate with vendors via emails/zoom calls within tight timeline
Collaborate with cross functional teams to make sure T&A calendar is maintained
Qualifications:
Must possess Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college
Must have 5-7 years of Technical Design experience in the designer or contemporary market
Must have clear understanding of the LoveShackFancy brand and aesthetic and have an amazing eye for fit and quality
Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational skills
Must have excessive construction and patternmaking knowledge
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multi-task and work simultaneously with different departments
