Technical Designer - Swimwear

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
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Illustrator skills are a must
• Browzwear and/or CLO3D a plus!
• 5-8 years experience