Technical Designer - Women's

The role

The Technical Designer will measure samples, lead fit sessions, and ensure product construction and quality. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage fit intent and production timelines.

What you will do

• Measure samples from prototype stage through post-production and prepare for fittings
• Check construction and quality of product
• Communicate fit and balance issues via pattern diagram or directly on pattern
• Execute fit comments in a timely manner
• Create understandable comments using written and visual methods
• Lead fit session on live model and dress form
• Work closely with cross-functioning teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure wash and fabric quality
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gain direction and consensus of fit intent
• Maintain professional and timely email correspondence with domestic and oversea vendors

Required qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the apparel industry as a Technical Designer
• Understanding of garment measuring, garment construction, quality control/assurance
• Strong understanding of the apparel design and development process from inception through production
• Proficient with 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’s, Plus, and Men’s categories
• Experience in leading live fittings and evaluate overall fit with ability to make accurate fit corrections
• Knowledge and proven as a technical designer for the junior market and product categories carried by Fashion Nova
• Knowledge of preparing and writing product specification sheets across companywide products
• Proficient computer skills, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to quickly and effectively identify apparel flaws and/or possible production issues
• Ability to adapt
• Sense of urgency and ability to maintain quality standards under pressure

Nice to have

• English, additional language(s) an advantage

Benefits

• NEW state-of-the-art HQ upcoming in 2025
• Formalized career paths for continued professional growth
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health insurance across Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility
• Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry
• Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings
• Summer Fridays Early Departure
• Team bonding events and programs
• Attractive employee discounts

About the company

Fashion Nova is a leading trend-to-market fashion and lifestyle brand with high-growth categories across Women, Men, Kids and Beauty. The brand was launched in 2006 and has over 40 million social media followers.