Associate Technical Designer

We are looking for a positive, proactive technical designer to join our growing team in Charleston, SC! We are excited to have an experienced technical designer jump in and help support our current product lines. See below for the responsibilities and experience we are looking for. 

specific duties / responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating seasonal developmental tech packs (measurement page, construction page, bill of materials page)
• Develop new finishing details, silhouettes and construction methods
• Create and maintain consistent fit, construction and construction images of the product
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and vendors to ensure bulk production reflects design intent and brand requirements
• Source fit models, manage fit sessions, fit on models, and relay fit notes/fit photos to stakeholders
• Track fit samples and update WIPS chart
• Follow the sample through fit approvals to production; ensure consistency in fit and establish master blocks 
• Review all existing patterns and pattern cards
• Ensure compliance to US safety regulations regarding measurements, trims, hazardous materials and lab testing specifications
• Building a library of styling features and quality requirements and ensuring compliance across styles

 skills & qualifications:

• Children's, women's and men's technical design experience
• Swim experience (apparel experience a bonus as well!)
• Experience working with both domestic and overseas vendors 
• Well versed in reading patterns and understanding of how different fabrications translate
• Full understanding of grade rules and tolerances
• Experienced in garment construction and quality requirements
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Illustrator skills are a must
• Browzwear and/or CLO3D a plus!
• 5-8 years experience 

 perks:

• Hybrid role (3 days/week in our Charleston office)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K
• Generous employee discount