Job Summary:
The Associate Technical Designer will work in partnership with the Senior Technical Designer and oversee and own all aspects for the denim/woven bottoms category from initial development to final production (T.O.P) to ensure accurate execution of requested measurements, quality, construction, and overall fit.
Responsibilities:
• Assemble tech packs with detailed sketches/illustrations, garment construction details and specs on Adobe Illustrator and Excel while adhering to set established standards, templates, and organization.
• Create and develop clear and detailed fit comment document with easily understandable comments using written and visual methods and be able to communicate fit and balance issues via photos, detailed sketches, and pattern diagram or directly on pattern when needed.
• Partake in fabric and trim sourcing.
• Update cross functional WIPs, line sheets and fit lists within timely manner to maintain accurate record keeping while maintaining established standards, templates, and aesthetics.
• Assist in assigning and setting up style names and style numbers in Full Circle.
• Enter and update proper yields in full circle.
• Measure garments accurately to identify any fit issues and execute fit comments efficiently to remain on schedule with calendar deadlines.
• Assess garments to determine compliance of spec, construction, and any prior changes.
• Assist in leading fit sessions on live models and fit forms, provide recommendations, note callouts, and log critiques to address all issues accurately and efficiently.
• Provide grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval to ensure fit continuity and sizing consistency.
• Communicate daily with vendors regarding fit, construction, sewing changes and any general questions as well as final grading throughout entire product lifecycle.
• Assist in identifying potential product, quality and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations to maintain brand integrity.
• Track and manage workflow and workload including managing fit schedule and calendar.
• Work with the Senior PD and Tech Designer to assess next steps when fit issues arise during the pre-production/production process and any potential impacts to timing.
• Maintain sample organization throughout development and production lifecycle including tagging samples and tracking status of fit samples/packages.
• Work closely with PD and Design to keep BOM updated throughout entire development and production life cycle.
• Work closely with PD on sampling needs and requests to meet calendar milestones and due dates.
• Review and approve final inspection spec sheets before bulk shipping.
Qualifications:
• 3-5 years minimum of Technical Design experience, preferably specifically in Denim and Knits
• Strong knowledge of prototyping, development/production practices & processes as well as apparel construction and fit
• Hands on experience with trouble shooting production, pattern and grading issues
• Must have strong mastery and command of Excel and Adobe Illustrator
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Intermediate experience for grading skills, knowledge of bill of materials, trims
• Excellent communication skills, written, verbal, and presentation with the ability to write comprehensive product specs and produce detailed technical drawings
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to make decisions independently and proactively
• The ability to organize & prioritize workload to meet deadlines is essential while being flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
• Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize workload
• Team player, collaborative, results driven and respectful
• Quick learner with excellent attention to detail
Physical Requirements:
• This position requires frequent use of a computer, mouse and keyboard.
• Must be able to physically report into the HQ office in Los Angeles, CA 3-4 days per week.
• Frequent sitting.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, stooping.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift up to 15 lbs.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of technical design experience
- Experience with prototyping, apparel development and production processes, apparel construction, and garment fit
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting production, pattern, and grading issues
- Strong mastery of Microsoft Excel and Adobe Illustrator
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Intermediate grading skills and knowledge of bills of materials and trims
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to write comprehensive product specifications and produce detailed technical drawings
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make independent decisions
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities
- Collaborative, team-oriented, results-driven, and respectful work style
- Quick learning ability and excellent attention to detail
- Specific technical design experience in denim and knits
- Ability to report to the Los Angeles headquarters three to four days per week
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds and perform occasional standing, walking, bending, and stooping
What We Do
Founded in 2008, L’AGENCE is a lifestyle brand that melds the easy-chic feel of Southern California with a Parisian sensibility. What began with ready to wear and denim has grown exponentially to include categories such as footwear, swimwear, belts, and most recently, hats. Built to anticipate every need of a life on the go, the L’AGENCE wardrobe chameleons with its customer from airport to gala, beachside to boardroom. L’AGENCE is carried globally in approximately 450 specialty stores. Major retailers include Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, Harrods, Printemps, and Holt Renfrew. The brand’s headquarters are based in LA with additional showrooms located in NYC, Paris, and Seoul.
