Technical Designer

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$75,000.00/yr - $77,000.00/yr

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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 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE’s family of brands includes their luxury offering, FWRD 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 REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent, results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches and develop 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 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discounts on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.

To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVE careers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?

Main purpose of the Technical Designer position:

This is a full time role for a mid to senior level candidate who is meticulous with details and driven by the technical aspect of the design process. This 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 with fabulous fit that cater to the body con LA woman.

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.

Position responsibilities and daily tasks:

• 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
• Lead fit sessions. 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
• Manage team of tech designers
• Advanced knowledge of construction and patterns
• Advanced knowledge of fabrics and their applications
• Advanced 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
• Ability to lead and train team of direct reports

Minimum candidate qualifications (years of experience, education level, technical skills, software, etc):

• Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development or…