Senior Technical Designer

Our fashion client is seeking a freelance/ temp to hire Senior Technical Designer to join their team in Vernon. This individual must have strong experience working with dresses.

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What You’ll Do:‍

• Work closely with design and product development to ensure that designs are translated correctly, keeping size and fit consistent.
• Manage team in fit sessions by fitting samples on live model, recording comments, and communicating with team and partners
• Analyze garments and patterns to determine compliance of spec, construction, and fit intent.
• Create technical fit comments, advise construction details, and clearly communicate the status and direction of each style to vendors
• Review production, quality, and cost issues: problem solve and make recommendations that help maintain brand integrity.
• Maintain WIP report and workflow tracking.
• Maintain a working knowledge of appropriate fit aesthetic for the Reformation customer.
• Collaborate with the Technical Design Director to create and carry out new processes to improve product workflow
• Work closely with the Technical Design Director to develop and maintain standards and grade rules.
• Develop collaborative relationships with cross functional teams.
• Develop partnerships with all vendors helping to create successful relationships.
• Onboard, train, and supervise assisting staff.
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What You’ll Need:‍

• Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel design & manufacturing
• 6-10+ years experience in apparel technical design
• Extreme attention to detail and accuracy, as well as ability to prioritize and make quick decisions
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented; highly detail oriented and meticulous
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, balance creativity with technical capability, and interpret design sketches for tech packs
• Experience working with overseas factories

Please submit your resume for consideration!

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