Apparel Technical Designer
Apex, NC 27539 US
Job Description
- Support the apparel design team as the fit expert for all styles of all brands
- Establish fit and measuring standards across the company
- Refine the specking, fitting and grading process
- Establish grading rules for each brand
- Oversee the fit sessions with models and designers
- Determine measurements of new designs for base-size sample requests
- Once style/fit samples are approved, grade the specs for the desired sizes
- Oversee fit sampling and work with factories to resolve any fit challenges
- Design "how to measure" pages of the tech pack
- Transfer the fit notes to the factory and answer their questions in revising a sample
- Assist in design and development by flat sketching and tech packing
- Communicates with internal team to manage expectations and timelines
- When necessary, make adjustments to patterns and samples for fit sessions
- Bachelors (BFA, BS, or BSCS) with specialization in apparel design
- Completed courses in pattern making, advanced sewing/construction, tailoring and draping
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
- Experienced in pattern making, sewing, grading, tech packing, flat sketching and fitting
- Strong understanding of Adobe Illustrator and digital pattern design
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel for specking and grading purposes
- Experienced in the apparel design process and knowledgeable of bulk production process
- Detail-oriented, organized, proactive, self-starter and a team worker
Meet Your Recruiter
Alonya Van Rooyen
From South Africa originally, Alonya has over 15 years of experience in fashion, accessories, footwear, & textiles. She has worked in various design and product development roles globally, including South Africa, Europe, and the US, giving her an international perspective on the industries.