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Footwear Technical Designer

San Francisco, CA 94107

Posted: 03/27/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Accessories/Footwear Job Number: AV276741327

Job Description

Temporary Technical Designer – Footwear


Location - San Francisco: Mostly onsite but some work can be done from home
Hourly rate- $30-50


Key Responsibilities

Support footwear development with focus on tech pack accuracy, standardization, and vendor onboarding.

Phase 1: Tech Pack Development & Audit (Now – April 3)

- Create and develop tech packs across assigned categories
- Audit existing tech packs for accuracy and completeness
- Build missing tech packs where needed
- Add and update POMs, construction details, materials, and trims
- Migrate POMs from legacy formats into updated templates
- Support costing initiatives with construction notes and imagery

Phase 2: Standardization & Fit Support (April 6 – April 24)

- Update tech packs with outdated fit blocks
- Standardize formats across categories
- Add construction imagery and material information
- Measure proto and fit samples
- Participate in fit sessions and provide fit comments

Qualifications

- 3+ years Technical Design experience in footwear
- Strong footwear construction knowledge
- Experience with footwear tech packs
- PLM and Illustrator proficiency preferred

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.

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