Part Time Onsite Technical Designer( Onsite in W. LA

Part Time Onsite Technical Designer (Onsite in W. LA)

Freelance, Part-Time — Onsite 2‑3 full days per week in West LA

A fast‑growing, trend‑forward fashion brand known for delivering the latest must‑have styles in contemporary Women’s Ready‑to‑Wear is seeking a seasoned Technical Designer to join the team in a part‑time capacity. This role is ideal for a detail‑obsessed professional who thrives in a fast‑paced fashion environment and is comfortable working onsite.

As the Technical Designer, you will be the expert behind the precision—owning the fit, quality, and construction process from development through production. You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners and vendors to ensure every garment in the collection meets exacting standards of fit, function, and quality while maintaining development timelines.

• Lead the technical design process across seasonal collections, ensuring each garment meets high standards of fit, function, and quality.
• Create and manage detailed fit comment documents addressing garment specs, fabric performance, construction, stitch, and trim execution.
• Accurately measure samples to identify inconsistencies, issue clear fit comments, and help maintain development and production timelines.
• Drive fit sessions in collaboration with cross‑functional teams, offering strategic recommendations to improve garment execution and consistency.
• Provide vendors with precise grading guidelines and ensure a consistent fit across all size ranges.
• Own the sample approval process, thoroughly evaluating fit, measurements, construction, hanger appeal, and performance.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work onsite 2‑3 full days per week in West LA while managing part‑time hours.

• Degree in Technical Design, Product Development, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of technical design experience in contemporary or Ready‑to‑Wear categories.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, pattern‑making, and fit for both woven and knit apparel.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills with a collaborative, solutions‑driven mindset.
• Proven ability to manage details meticulously while working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven fashion environment.

If you are a strong, seasoned Technical Designer with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to own fit and construction from development through production, this part‑time onsite opportunity offers a chance to have a direct impact on contemporary Women’s RTW collections.