Hybrid Technical Designer

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About the role

  • Technical Designer managing garment fit and specifications at Hot Topic. Collaborating with teams to uphold fit standards in product development and execution.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the technical product development process for a portion of, or an assigned product classification; working with Merchants, and Design Teams to establish the direction of the fit and garment details.
  • Create grading specs and garment measurements; developing and/or correcting patterns when necessary.
  • Track fit approval and sample process; organize fit samples received, including logging received samples and scheduling fitting; maintain Time & Action (T&A) sample log sheet.
  • Create fit comments; note all design and specs discrepancies prior to fittings; review all fit samples against design package to ensure all specifications and design details are adhered to.
  • Communicate daily with vendors, Merchants, Design, and Production teams for T&A and product execution.
  • Ensure that all company fit standards are upheld.

Requirements

  • 4-year college degree in fashion merchandising/design preferred with a minimum of 4 years in technical design.
  • Previous retail or garment manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Strong computer skills, including Adobe Illustrator, MS Word, and Excel.
  • Basic understanding of fit, balance, and garment construction, fabrics, and fabric performance.
  • Knowledge of fabrics, trims, and sewing operations associated with standard product type.

Job title

Technical Designer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$80,000 - $85,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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