What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Technical Designer, Converse position at G-III Apparel Group?
Technical Designer, Converse (Freelance)
The Technical Designer, Converse is responsible for ensuring that design vision is translated into a well-constructed and manufacturable garment that reflects brand’s esthetics and design integrity. As a member of the Technical Design team, you will conduct fit sessions, communicate fit session to vendors, G-III global offices and work cross-functionally to ensure accuracy of garment measurements, fit, construction details and flow of information while addressing any technical challenges during the development and production process.
Responsibilities:
- Manage product lifecycle from Showroom sample through production fit approval.
- Oversee samples development, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
- Lead live fit sessions to evaluate and refine fit, construction, and quality. Execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process remains aligned with production timelines and objectives. Provide grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval, ensure that grading is executed accurately to preserve the integrity of the design and fit across all sizes.
- Partner successfully with Product Development, Design and Production teams to ensure fit and product development process stays in line with production and action timelines. Create and manages WIP report for development tracking and garment delivery
Requirements:
- 6 Years of experience in dresses technical design and patternmaking.
- College degree, or equivalent professional work experience, required
- Team player, problem solver with passion for product, organized and detail oriented.
- Strong knowledge of pattern making, grading, garment construction, sewing, technical drawing, measuring and fitting.
- Proficient using PLM systems; Gerber Yunique PLM or equivalent
- Proven work ethic and integrity
The pay range for this position is: $40 -$50, Hour.
This assignment is 5 days /week onsite at the office. Our offices are located at 512 7th Avenue, New York, NY.
Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.
Salary : $40 - $50
