Jr. Technical Designer
About The Position
The Owned Brand division of REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches, developing brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive. The main purpose of the Jr Technical Designer role is to be a full-time candidate who is meticulous with details and driven by the technical aspect of the design process for the specific category. This Jr Technical Designer will join an existing team of technical designers and have a hand in creating styles that will be worn by thousands of people worldwide. The person in this role will bring with them drive and passion for developing technically sound garments. This position requires an out of the box thinker who can collaborate with the existing team, outside vendors, and across all levels of the organization.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of construction and patterns
- Strong knowledge of fabrics and their applications
- Strong knowledge of target specs, POMs and grading
- High level of attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task while staying organized
- High sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness
- Must have a strong work ethic and motivation to learn
- Works well individually as well as with a team
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to lead and train team of direct reports
- Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development or apparel design related field
- 5- 7 years work experience as a technical design
- In depth knowledge of fabric, apparel, materials, construction and fit
Nice To Haves
- Consistent work experience and steady career progression as a technical designer
- Work experience at premium and/or contemporary woman’s fashion brands
- A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and spec samples to determine compliance of specs, construction, quality and design intent
- Illustrate pattern corrections and style comments with Photoshop or Illustrator to communicate accurate and precise corrections to overseas vendors
- Detail comments and address all garment corrections with factory representatives
- Collaborate with tech, design, PD and purchasing to ensure design intent is executed with the highest quality of fit, construction and workmanship while maintain deadlines
- Ensure meticulous notes are taken during session to so correct information is communicated to vendors and production
- Ensure all samples are fit and comments are processed within a timely manner
- Work within calendar to ensure deadlines are maintained
- Complete ad hoc assignments as assigned by management
Benefits
- Salary range of $65,000 to $68,000 per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
