Associate Technical Designer - A&F

Position: Associate Technical Designer - A&F Co.
Job Description:

Technical Designers are hands on developing product from the initial concept through to production. They are responsible for translating initial concept into physical garments by building detailed tech packs and fitting product from first prototype to approval. Our technical designers lead cross functional fit sessions and communicate with vendors and factories to bring our vision to life. They work closely with Apparel Designers, Merchants, and Sourcing Specialists to protect quality fit and construction for each product category.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What will you be doing?

Develop standards for product fits with focus placed on functionality meeting design intent

Lead cross-functional interactive fit sessions to protect fit consistency and functional performance

Conduct wear tests and try-on sessions to gain customer insight and continually improve product

Create and edit patterns to drive fit direction

Build detailed tech packs including sketches, construction specifications and graded specs

Collaborate with overseas vendors to manage the garment sampling process

Communicate with factories to identify & resolve production issues

Manage product cycle from sketch through pre-production samples and final bulk garments

Understand and action on customer insight through various data points including reviews, returns, focus groups, etc.

What will you need to bring?

Minimum 5 years' experience in Technical Design Extensive knowledge of apparel fit, construction and fabric properties

Extensive production experience with multiple factories

Bachelor’s Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design or related experience

Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite and 2D digital pattern making.

Experience with 3D is a plus.

Passion for the A&F brands and the role Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills

Career-driven, strong work ethic and high-performance standards

Strong communication and presentation skills

Strong pattern making, draping and grading skills

A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand

A strong desire for adventure & curiosity

Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment

Company Description Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennia ls with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites ,  and  more about A&F Co.

by visiting our corporate website here.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
#J-18808-Ljbffr