Sr Technical Designer - Joe's Jeans

Centric Brands•Los Angeles, CA

60d•$95,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Founded in 2001 by Creative Director Joe Dahan, Joe's redefines everyday style with its inherently LA sensibility and distinctive rock + roll point-of-view. With an emphasis on offering the perfect fit for everybody, the brand takes a revolutionary approach to denim and sophisticated classics, incorporating the very latest in technology to offer product that is beautiful, innovative, and fits flawlessly. Meet your closet’s newest favorites--a casually cool collection of wardrobe must-haves designed by the fashionably-sensitive sisters, Sara and Erin Foster. Go ahead, find your favorite. The Senior Technical Designer for Joe's Jeans should be highly motivated, meticulous with details and driven by the technical aspect of the design process. This position entails maintaining established fits as well as understanding spec adjustments for new fabrics in different seasons. The development process requires a creative eye to notice and call out innovative ideas to enhance the design before going into production. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Technical Design to maintain processes and up-keep of fit logs and deadlines.

Requirements

Basic understanding of garment construction and techniques
Basic understanding of patterns and how to relate this to fit and comment assessment
Ability to accurately spec garments
Strong attention to detail and extensive knowledge with inner components
Ability to multi-task with effective organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly motivated team player
Flexible and adaptable to a very fast-paced environment
Proactive with problem solving and seeks input for optimum resolutions as needed.
College degree or equivalent experience in related field (Product Development, Fashion Design, Buying, Tech Design or Merchandising)
5 -7 years of experience in related field (Technical Design, Pattern Making or Design)
Proficient in Excel/Microsoft Office Suite
Previous training/experience with industry-relevant software, such as web-based t/p systems
Basic hands-on knowledge of sewing and/or basic Gerber knowledge

Responsibilities

Proficient knowledge of POM’s and how to accurately spec garments
Log/track sample maintained by fit lists for your category
Prep and evaluate samples to ensure previous comments have been executed
Lead fittings with clear and accurate knowledge of history and how to execute the comments
Write clear and accurate comments to relay to vendors so they understand the direction
Understanding of fit stages and how to effect seasonal deliveries/deadlines successfully
Manage clear daily communication with all necessary cross functional teams and overseas vendors.
Create/establish initial specs based on existing body blocks in order to uphold their aesthetic for fit and silhouette; including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.
Collaborate with Design and corresponding teams to determine fit and priorities to meet timelines