Collaborate with cross functional teams and vendors to ensure bulk production reflects design intent and brand requirements. Are excited to add an experienced technical designer jump in and help support their current product lines.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Charleston, SC
Description
Senior Technical Designer - Swimwear
Our client a swimwear line based out of Charleston, SC. Are excited to add an experienced technical designer jump in and help support their current product lines.
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:
Woman’s experience within swim category or intimates a must.
Additional Experience across genders – Men’s + Kids a bonus
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