Technical Designer

Fashion Nova • Beverly Hills, CA

328d

About The Position

Fashion Nova is seeking a Technical Designer to join our team. In this role, you will measure samples received from the prototype stage through post-production and prepare the samples for fittings. You will check the construction and quality of the product to ensure that the sample has proper construction for the garment category and fabrication. You will need to communicate fit and balance issues via pattern diagrams or directly on the pattern, and execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process stays in line with production and action timelines. You will create easily understandable comments using written and visual methods, lead fit sessions on live models and dress forms, and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all information is correct. Additionally, you will collaborate with teams to ensure wash and fabric quality is achieved, escalate issues to superiors for input and direction, and maintain professional and timely email correspondence with domestic and overseas vendors. You will also identify potential product, quality, and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations, track and manage workflow and workload for your own product, and have the ability to communicate in English, with additional languages being an advantage. The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday during core business hours and is onsite.

Requirements

• Understanding of garment measuring, garment construction, quality control/assurance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the apparel industry as a Technical Designer.
• Strong understanding of the apparel design and development process from inception through production.
• Proficient with knowledge and skill in fit, pattern making, grading, production friendly construction methods, and technical drawing.
• Experience in grading and ability to understand grade rules on Women's, Plus, and Men's categories.
• Experience in leading live fittings and evaluate overall fit with ability to make accurate fit corrections to achieve the desired style.
• Knowledge and proven experience as a technical designer for the junior market and product categories carried by Fashion Nova.
• Knowledge of preparing and writing product specification sheets across companywide products.
• Provide clear direction of fit corrections to send to factory on a regular basis.
• Proficient computer skills, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to quickly and effectively identify apparel flaws and/or possible production issues.
• Ability to adapt.
• Sense of urgency and ability to maintain quality standards under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize workload and follow instructions.
• Team-oriented; ability to excel in a team-based structure.
• Strong communication skills (Verbal and Written) and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, multi-task oriented and the ability to resolve issues in a timely fashion.
• Ability to effectively influence and convey necessary corrections.

Responsibilities

• Measure samples received from the prototype stage through post-production and prepare the samples for fittings.
• Check construction and quality of product to ensure sample has proper construction for garment category and fabrication.
• Communicate fit and balance issues via pattern diagram or directly on pattern.
• Execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process stays in line with production and action timelines.
• Create easily understandable comments using written and visual methods.
• Lead fit session on live model and dress form.
• Work closely with cross-functioning teams to ensure all information is correct.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure wash and fabric quality is achieved.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gain clear direction and consensus of fit intent.
• Escalate issues to superiors for input and direction.
• Maintain professional and timely email correspondence with domestic & oversea vendors.
• Identify potential product, quality and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations.
• Track and manage workflow and workload for own product.

Benefits

• NEW state-of-the-art HQ upcoming in 2025!
• Formalized career paths for continued professional growth
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health insurance across Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility
• Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry!
• Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings
• Summer Fridays Early Departure
• Team bonding events and programs
• Attractive employee discounts!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Apparel Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees