Senior Technical Designer

Our fashion client is seeking a freelance/ temp to hire Senior Technical Designer to join their team in Vernon The client is seeking an individual that has strong experience working with high end contemporary, special occasion dresses What You’ll Do: Work closely with design and product development to ensure that designs are translated correctly, keeping size and fit consistent. Manage team in fit sessions by fitting samples on live model, recording comments, and communicating with team and partners Analyze garments and patterns to determine compliance of spec, construction, and fit intent. Create technical fit comments, advise construction details, and clearly communicate the status and direction of each style to vendors Review production, quality, and cost issues: problem solve and make recommendations that help maintain brand integrity. Maintain WIP report and workflow tracking. Maintain a working knowledge of appropriate fit aesthetic for the Reformation customer. Collaborate with the Technical Design Director to create and carry out new processes to improve product workflow Work closely with the Technical Design Director to develop and maintain standards and grade rules. Develop collaborative relationships with cross functional teams. Develop partnerships with all vendors helping to create successful relationships. Onboard, train, and supervise assisting staff. What You’ll Need: Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel design & manufacturing 6-10 years experience in apparel technical design Extreme attention to detail and accuracy, as well as ability to prioritize and make quick decisions Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented; highly detail oriented and meticulous Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, balance creativity with technical capability, and interpret design sketches for tech packs Experience working with overseas factories Please submit your resume to apply. You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. California applicants, please view our Privacy Notice here: https://careergroupcompanies.com/california-privacy-notice