Technical Designer
Now Hiring | Contemporary Designer Brand | Melbourne
The Brand |
Our latest client launched this highly successful contemporary designer label 15 years ago in Melbourne and has experience unprecedented international success! Collections that have been developed with a focus on skillful construction and a focus on developing untold levels of confidence in women.
This role is critical to creating quality garments and a seamless process for a team to work together to achieve a high level of efficiency and contribution to the success of the business.
This role will be responsible for developing product in line with the design vision, core brand values and seasonal deadlines – working closely with the design, buying and production departments and supplier base.
Responsible for the fit, construction of all garments at the highest quality standards.
Detailed and thorough tech packs for off shore manufacturers
Measure and control fit of garment approvals [Protos, salesman, pre-production and shipment samples]
Manage and organise garment fit sessions. Translate technical fit improvements and alterations to suppliers
Provide advice and support on fabrications, wash and garment finishes to both designers.
Maintain Critical Path
Participate in regular meetings with Design and Production team to discuss progress / issues
Developing and evolving company standards of garment construction, alternations, measuring, fitting and pattern blocks.
Working with design and production for each seasonal collection ensuring capable and high-quality execution from start to finish.
Ensuring all SMS are highest quality prior to sales campaign
Working closely with offshore suppliers. E.g. China
The Skillset |
Existing technical design experience within a fashion brand
Advanced Adobe Suite skillset
Strong quality & technical background and sound understanding of garment construction and grading
Strong fitting and problem-solving skills
3-5 years' minimum experience in a technical role
High attention to detail & consistency
Strong time management and ability to follow processes
Willingness to Travel Internationally as required
On-site working arrangements
This role is a full time offering, based in their Cremorne HQ. There is a strong salary offering available, development opportunities, frequent travel, and the opportunity to work closely with some of the industries most experienced profiles - this role is not to be missed!
The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke recruitment consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle, and retail industries. With more than 10 years of specialist expertise with luxury retail, Australian & Contemporary designer, beauty, and lifestyle brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s, and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.
Recruitment – but make it ethical, not transactional. Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace. We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful relationships with all stakeholders.