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Senior Technical Designer

Vernon, CA, US

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Fashion Nova is an inclusive fashion-forward and trend-driven apparel and lifestyle brand that celebrates all dimensions of confidence. We use our platform to spread positivity with brands for women, men, curve, luxe, sport, swim, beauty, and kids. We are obsessed with creating the best experience available for our customers and employees.

Fashion Nova was built on the backbone of individuality and inclusiveness. Our brands are worn and celebrated worldwide by customers, celebrities, and influencers because of our uniquely creative and talented employees.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Senior Technical Designer is responsible for creating garment specifications and standards within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) for specific product categories within the brand. You will own product from the concept (INITIAL SYLE DEVELOPMENT) stage through to final production approval stage.

The Senior Technical Designer manages sample fit approvals, risk assessment, calendar and workflow for their specified garment category or categories. This role requires a high level of communication, technical patternmaking, and problem-solving skills.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Measure samples received from prototype stage through pre-production and prepare for fitting
  • Audit construction and quality of product to ensure samples have proper construction for garment category and fabrication
  • Ability to communicate fit and balance issues via pattern diagram or directly on pattern
  • Execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process stays in line with production and action timelines
  • Create easily understandable comments using written and visual methods
  • Leads fit session on live model and dress form
  • Work closely with cross-functioning teams to ensure all information is correct
  • Collaborate with the cross-functioning teams to ensure wash and fabric quality is achieved
  • Collaborate with cross-functioning teams to gain clear direction and consensus of fit intent
  • Escalate issues to superiors for input and direction
  • Maintain professional and timely email correspondence with domestic and global vendors
  • Identify potential product, quality, and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations
  • Track and manage workflow and workload for own product

 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

  • Five plus years in the apparel industry as a Technical Designer
  • Understanding in apparel design, garment measuring, garment construction, development process (INCEPTION THROUGH PRODUCTION), and quality control|assurance
  • Proficient knowledge and skill in fit, pattern making, grading, production friendly construction methods, and technical drawing
  • Experience in grading and ability to understand grade rules on women, plus, and men’s categories
  • Knowledge in leading live fittings and evaluating the overall fit - Ability to make accurate fit corrections to achieve the desired style
  • Expertise of preparing and writing product specification sheets across all company categories
  • Provide clear direction of fit corrections to send to the factory on a regular basis
  • Elevated computer skills, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office, and G-Suite
  • Ability to identify apparel flaws quickly and effectively and|or possible production issues
  • Ability to effectively influence and convey necessary corrections
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, adapt with rapidly changing priorities, and balance short-term needs with long-term strategic initiatives
  • Ability to work in a productive and effective manner in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong writing, grammatical and proofreading skills with an elevated level of creativity
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable
  • BA|BS degree or equivalent work experience
  • English, additional language(s) an advantage
  • Schedule of this position:  Monday – Friday | Core business hours | Onsite

 

BENEFITS

  • Formalized career paths
  • Flat management platform
  • Manager Training Academy
  • Creative Development Internship Program
  • Fashion Nova Cares Program
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility
  • Stocked kitchens with gratis snacks and drinks
  • Weekly catered lunches
  • Summer Fridays at Headquarters
  • Team bonding events and programs
  • Employee discounts

Fashion Nova, LLC, and subsidiaries thereof, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are steadfast in our commitment to equal employment opportunities and pledge that these objectives are reflected in all aspects of our daily operations. We will continue to recruit, hire, train, and advance in employment qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, criminal history, or status as an individual with a disability; and shall not discriminate against any individual, any such characteristic, nor any other classification protected by local, state and|or federal law.

 

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