Senior Manager, Technical Product Design

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Famehouse a division of UMG is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music defining & delivering the industrys best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly Famehouse powers D2C for UMGs labels artists and Bravado along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaborationboth within FH and with our partners. We are passionate about the impact of D2C & merchandise for artists providing a full-service solution to grow an artists owned business including strategy creative storefront merchandising fulfillment customer service technology and more.

How we LEAD:

The Senior Manager Technical Product Design will be an essential part of the UMG team helping to drive execution of merchandise needs for Artist specific E-commerce Campaigns as well as Live Events popups and Tours. This position will report directly to the VP of Product Development

This is a fast paced high-volume position that requires experience for many different product categories including Apparel Hardline and Softline Accessories.

The Tech Pack Designer bridges the gap between the Creative Director and the PD team to ensure the garments meet quality fit construction standards. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in garment construction fabric tech pack creation as well as an understanding of end-to-end product lifecycle

How youll CREATE:

• Create original sketches and technical drawings for new apparel and accessory designs.
• Material Selection work alongside the Product Development lead to choose and source fabrics colors trims and embellishments that align with the artists brand keeping in mind pricing and quality standards.
• Produce detailed technical packages and specifications for each design ensuring designs meet production requirements
• Ability to create tech packs that are not only inclusive of technical sketches but also measurement specifications fabric details bill of materials colorways and construction details
• Ability to translate design ideas to detailed blueprints for manufacturers to produce a myriad of product offerings from apparel to accessories
• Participate in fit sessions providing feedback on garment construction and making necessary adjustments to ensure the fit intention is met based on reference samples and creative direction.
• Work closely with cross functional teams including Brand management Product Development Creative Director to ensure seamless product executions
• Stay informed on new materials emerging trends and manufacturing processes.
• Work with lead Creative Director to ensure concepts and initial design drafts are executable in manufacturing.
• Work with the Creative Director and PD lead to cost engineer a product to different price points by offering up solutions to materials and make to hit price points.
• Manage and update all Creative tech packs from Initial creation to edits to ensure manufacturers have all comments and revisions captured in the tech pack
• Manage Final Production Tech packs to ensure all creative records are accurate after final sample approval
• Liaise with the Creative Director Graphic Designers and Technical Designers and help to combine all information together before handing off to Product Development

• Participate in weekly development touch bases w/ cross-functional team members
• Develop and manage process workflow improvements

Bring your VIBE:

• 5 years of experience of creative/design experience
• Diverse market segment background (mens juniors and childrens wear accessories)
• Bachelors Degree Fashion Design Textile Design or related field is typically preferred
• Deep Understanding of garment construction and fabric properties is critical
• Detail oriented with strong follow through skills
• Strong Skills in design softwares such as Adobe Illustrator Photoshop PLM and CAD programs are essential.
• Ability to work in a demanding fast-paced environment
• Strong organization skills are needed to manage complex tech packs and production timelines
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Flexible and adaptable; priorities change frequently based on business demands the ability to change direction quickly is critical
• Previous experience in apparel design and tech pack creation is highly values
• Extensive factory manufacturing process experience including production timeline management fact-based costing and pricing.
• Excellent written verbal communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams
• Works well under pressure.

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

• 2-weeks paid Winter Break

• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.