Apparel Designer
Occupations:
Fashion DesignersTextile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All OtherFabric and Apparel PatternmakersTailors, Dressmakers, and Custom SewersDesigners, All OtherIndustries:
Clothing and Clothing Accessories RetailersApparel Accessories and Other Apparel ManufacturingCut and Sew Apparel ManufacturingUsed Merchandise RetailersOther Textile Product MillsDescription:
Individual contributor position responsible for executing the technical design process from development to final fit. Responsible for analyzing and evaluating garments to develop the correct fit specifications.
Ensures that products are developed in a manner consistent with established fit quality, standards, manufacturer capabilities and cost specifications.
Develops technical specifications and communicates fit to vendors/factories for approvals and corrections.
Makes appropriate adjustments with factories as required to ensure integrity of design approved prototypes while monitoring quality and targeted price.
Typically reports to Technical Services Manager. May oversee Assistant Technical Designers.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Fashion, or equivalent experience.
The hiring manager has shared the following requirements:
Senior TD experience (preferably 5+ years)
Background in suiting (preferably menswear)