We are seeking a highly skilled and detail oriented Technical Design Associate to join the Apiece Apart team with a specific focus on Wovens (Shirts, Bottoms, Dresses, Outerwear, Blazers), Denim, Sweaters, Cut & Sew).

Role & Responsibilities:

DEVELOPMENT:

Assist TD team with Design handoffs by initializing technical packets including complete of Lead Page, selection of POMs, Construction Details and photographing and Specing any reference styles received during handoff
Assist Design team with the specing, technical packet prep and steaming for all Proto stages
Work alongside PD Manager to track proto samples and update Sr. Technical Design Director
Travel to domestic pattern-makers and factories to hand off or receive samples as needed
Responsible for documentation of all technical comments during Development Technical fittings
Assist in minor alterations during seasonal SMS market prep
Manage tracking of all SMS samples, spec and steam for line review

PRODUCTION:

Responsible for the tracking of production samples and communication with factories to ensure sample arrival is on time
Management of all production samples prior to fittings, including specing, tp updates and steaming
In charge of documenting all fit comments during production fittings
Responsible for adding in all images and comments to technical packets post fittings
Responsible for completing fit comments of assigned product
Handles all TOP approval comments and communication of status to factories
Will assist TD team with pattern corrections and /or draping for selected styles
Responsible for the creation and management of the Product Knowledge Chart and informing key team members when their portion is needed

Requirements:

4+ years of relative work experience
A background in Apparel Technical Design (Applicants without TD experience will not be considered)
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; degree in Fashion or related field preferred
Creative and collaborative
Strong organizational, communication and time management skills
Highly motivated team player with the ability to build relationships both internally and externally
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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Technical Design Associate