Jr. Technical Designer
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Job Summary
Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE:
REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas REVOLVEs family of brands includes their luxury offering FORWARD and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers Friends Tularosa NBD and RAYE.
The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVEs data driven merchandising combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify a specific market niches developing brands that each have their own identity designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.
At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1000 strong we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. Its our goal to hire high-energy diverse bright creative and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work return we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive.
To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE corporate lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.
Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel
Main purpose of the Jr Technical Designer role:
This is a full-time role for a candidate who is meticulous with details and driven by the technical aspect of the design process for the specific category. This Jr Technical Designer will join an existing team of technical designers and have a hand in creating styles that will be worn by thousands of people worldwide. The person in this role will bring with them drive and passion for developing technically sound garments. This position required an out of the box thinker who can collaborate with the existing team outside vendors and across all levels of the organization.
Major Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Evaluate and spec samples to determine compliance of specs construction quality and design intent
Illustrate pattern corrections and style comments with Photoshop or Illustrator to communicate accurate and precise corrections to overseas vendors
Detail comments and address all garment corrections with factory representatives
Collaborate with tech design PD and purchasing to ensure design intent is executed with the highest quality of fit construction and workmanship while maintain deadlines
Ensure meticulous notes are taken during session to so correct information is communicated to vendors and production
Ensure all samples are fit and comments are processed within a timely manner
Work within calendar to ensure deadlines are maintained
Complete ad hoc assignments as assigned by management
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Strong knowledge of construction and patterns
Strong knowledge of fabrics and their applications
Strong knowledge of target specs POMs and grading
High level of attention to detail
Ability to multi-task while staying organized
High sense of urgency punctuality and timeliness
Must have a strong work ethic and motivation to learn
Works well individually as well as with a team
Strong communication skills
Ability to lead and train team of direct reports
Minimum Qualifications:
Degree in apparel manufacturing product development or apparel design related field
5- 7 years work experience as a technical design
In depth knowledge of fabric apparel materials construction and fit
Preferred Qualifications:
Consistent work experience and steady career progression as a technical designer
Work experience at premium and/or contemporary womans fashion brands
A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different its what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California Revolve includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs skill sets experience and training licensure and certifications.
A reasonable estimate of the current salary rate is $65000 to $68000 per year.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
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