What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Designer position at AKIRA/shopAKIRA.com?
AKIRA Technical Designer
In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 35 stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com.) AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.
AKIRA’s culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors: Other-Worldly Customer Service and Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer’s needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.
The Position
Technical Designer
Location
Chicago, IL
Overview:
The Technical Designer will be supporting the buying team in providing high levels of accuracy for the overall fit, comfort, and construction of our apparel styles at AKIRA. You will be working cross-functionally with our buying team and vendors to communicate design and fit adjustments. In addition, the technical designer will be responsible for sample management and overall support to the buying team!
Essential Functions:
- Attend weekly fittings to take notes on revisions and alterations for the apparel
- Communicate all recorded sample corrections to the vendors in a timely manner
- Collaborate with the buyers and designers to understand the concept/vision of the product
- Unpacking and hanging new samples
- Management and tracking of all samples
- Prep and analyze garments prior to fittings
- Maintain the technical design data for all samples
- Help in building a library of spec items
- Troubleshoot fit issues both on and off the model's
Qualifications:
- Must have knowledge of textiles, pattern specification, and garment construction
- Strong understanding of pattern specifications and measurements of specs
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to work and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail, deadline-driven, and strong attention to detail
- Fashion-related Degree
Diversity & Inclusion:
At AKIRA we believe that treating everyone in a first-class manner is essential to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects our values and our community. This is deeply rooted in our company's principles, culture, and fashion. We continuously strive to cultivate a company where employees feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences. Our unique workforce is directly linked to our success and makes us stronger collectively.
Benefits and Perks:
AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA’s growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you’re filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you.
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
