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Senior Technical Designer (Freelance)

Santa Monica, CA (Corp HQ)

About The Company

Gwyneth Paltrow launched goop from her kitchen as a homespun weekly newsletter. It’s grown a lot since then; goop is a lifestyle platform encompassing curated products and content about beauty, wellness, fashion, food, and home. Pioneering the contextual commerce platform, goop allows readers to shop with meaning. goop is one of the rare places on the web where food, shopping, and mindfulness collide—where the ever-evolving intent is to make every choice count. We’re all resource-strapped, so goop hopes to surface the very best experiences, recipes, products, and advice. 

About You

You are passionate and detail-oriented with a fashion-forward mindset. You possess great technical acumen, thriving in a collaborative environment, and your exceptional communication skills allow you to work seamlessly with others. You know that the intricacies matter and your ability to anticipate design challenges and liaise with partners to course correct are considered strengths.

About The Role

As the Senior Technical Designer (Freelance), you play a crucial role in the full lifecycle of the technical design development of our G. Label product line and extensions, from design development through to production. You are accountable for maintaining and executing design aesthetics that meet our high standards through consistent fit, construction, and alignment to customer needs. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

  • Collaborate closely with the design and product development teams to understand and interpret design concepts.
  • Develop and execute accurate and comprehensive technical packages, including detailed garment specifications, measurement charts, and construction guidelines.
  • Conduct thorough fit sessions on live models or dress forms, identifying fit issues and providing actionable solutions to achieve desired fit and aesthetic. Provide clear and concise feedback to internal and external stakeholders to drive timely and effective problem-solving.
  • Communicate and collaborate with overseas factories and suppliers to ensure accurate execution of designs during the production process.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually improve garment construction techniques and fit quality.

 

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Production, or related field preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in technical design within the apparel industry, with a proven track record of successful product development and fit execution.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Illustrator, Adobe Suite
  • Strong understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of structured wovens is essential.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and exceptional problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with overseas suppliers and factories, with knowledge of production timelines and processes.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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  • Compensation: $40-65/hour (average 14-16 hours/week). This is a freelance/contract position. Please note that this range represents the low and high end of the anticipated compensation range for the Los Angeles, CA based position. Goop, in good faith, reasonably expects to pay the position within this salary range. Goop provides the compensation range in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. The actual compensation will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, training, knowledge and skills, and if the location of the job changes.
  • Work Philosophy: At goop we believe that creativity, innovation and camaraderie are essential to our business, our culture and our employee’s growth and development. With our Hybrid Work Policy, we are committed to promoting collaboration, productivity and employee well-being by maximizing the benefits of both in-person and remote work. This position would be in-office on Tuesdays & Thursdays at our Santa Monica office.

goop is an Equal Opportunity Employer. goop does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All information provided by the applicant is collected, stored and processed in accordance with the terms of our CCPA Notice for Job Candidates.  Job Disclosures: No applicant disclosures related to physical requirements or ADA-related considerations are relevant for this role   

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