Part-time temporary technical designer - Women’s clothing - Woven Dresses
About The Position
This is a part-time, temporary freelance position for a Technical Designer specializing in women's woven clothing, including dresses, blouses, and sleepwear. The role involves handling all technical design aspects from our Philadelphia office. Responsibilities include reviewing new designs, creating detailed tech packs using Google Docs/spreadsheets, participating in in-person fittings, taking notes, and advising on fit revisions to agencies and factories. The position requires 20-30 hours per week, with fluctuating hours depending on the season and needs. Fittings are typically held on Wednesdays in the office, while some tasks like tech pack creation and processing fitting notes can be done remotely.
Requirements
- 5+ years of technical design industry experience in women’s market for comparable brands.
- Strong computer and Google Drive skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Strong understanding of technical aspects of construction, fit, and standard specs
- Must have excellent taste level
- Experience working with factories in India and skilled at working with natural fibers
- Must be able to show examples of tech packs
Nice To Haves
- Amend sketch changes in illustrator as needed
Responsibilities
- Spec in garments or double check spec sheet prior to fittings
- Draft comments for factories, take photos, and detailed notes to communicate fit changes
- Assist in fit sessions (in person)
- Amend sketch changes in illustrator as needed (a plus, but not required)
- Review and advise on grading for our broad size range (petites, talls, plus sizing, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
