Junior technical designer

Sunrise Brands, LLC is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented Junior Technical Designer for a

fast-paced environment working with their NYDJ Apparel brand. The ideal candidate is a

driven, team player!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Junior Technical Designer will work with the NYDJ Apparel production team and help our

technical team to review and comment on TOP samples. The position will work with a very

knowledgeable and experienced Director in which the candidate will have a lot of opportunity for

learning and growth. This team is very friendly and willing to help each other when needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible for all TOP sample approvals - issue TOP comments

· Fittings

· Measure Garments

· Fitting with Technical team and Fit Models for Missy and Women

· Solely responsible with TOP approvals and some light fit comments for easy

capsule but not limited to other tasks assigned from management

· Create Tech packs for prototypes

· Understanding of fit, balance, and garment specifications, fabric types and

fabric performance in different categories

· Help other team members as needed depending on the number of samples

received per week

• Attend cross functional hand off meetings across all production

categories with Design & PD teams

• Detail oriented, able to judge shifting priorities and meet deadlines while

maintaining a level of accuracy and quality

• Manage flow of information related to fit process, such as tracking

reports, communicating with vendor counterparts

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have at least 5 years fashion industry experience with denim and non-denim,

knits and woven (Missy and Women)

• Knowledge in fashion design, technical design, patternmaking,

understanding of grading, and sewing construction (this would be a plus to the team)

· Friendly and able to work under pressure in a cohesive team environment

· Must know how to use Excel, Word, PLM, Illustrator & Photoshop (outstanding

skills in drawing flat sketches)

· Must know how to measure garments

• Must have strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to identify and recognize fit issues proactively and accurately

during fitting

• Ability to work with production development and production to ensure

calendar deliveries are met

• Able to communicate fluently with factories to resolve fit issues and fit

corrections

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (proficient in

Mandarin or Cantonese is a bonus)

• Creative problem solving and approach obstacles proactively and look for

ways to work efficiently and productively across functional teams

• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, complete projects in a timely manner to

coincide with company objectives and deadlines

Work Location and Schedule

This job will require that you work from our office in DTLA, on a hybrid schedule during normal business hours.