24 Seven Talent · 3 weeks ago
Associate Technical Designer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years exp24 Seven Talent is seeking an Associate Technical Designer with experience in juniors and/or kids’ apparel. This role involves supporting the translation of design concepts into production-ready garments, focusing on fit, construction, quality, and safety across multiple children’s and juniors categories.
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Hiring Manager
Valerie Haldeman
Responsibilities
Support the technical development of juniors and kids’ categories (tops, bottoms, dresses, outerwear, etc.) from first proto through production approval
Build and update detailed tech packs, including specs, measurement pages, construction callouts, finishes, and graded size runs for children’s and juniors fits
Measure incoming samples, evaluate balance and proportion, and clearly document fit issues and variances from standard blocks
Participate in fit sessions on live models or forms; capture thorough fit notes, recommended pattern adjustments, and construction changes for juniors and kids styles
Send clear, actionable fit comments and construction corrections to domestic and overseas vendors, ensuring alignment with brand fit standards
Review samples for workmanship, stitch quality, trim usage, and overall consistency with quality expectations for kids’ product
Help maintain, refine, and organize fit standards, blocks, size charts, and measurement libraries specific to children’s and juniors assortments
Track sample status, approvals, and re-submits; help keep development and production calendars on schedule
Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot recurring fit, grading, or construction issues and suggest practical solutions
Qualification
Required
Approximately 2–4 years of technical design experience, with meaningful exposure to kids and/or juniors apparel
Strong understanding of garment construction, fit principles, and grading for children's and junior size ranges
Working knowledge of children's safety and compliance standards (e.g., trims, labeling, and regulations such as CPSIA)
Ability to measure garments accurately, interpret measurement variances, and translate findings into clear fit comments
Proficiency with PLM or similar product lifecycle tools, and strong Microsoft Excel skills for specs, measurements, and tracking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially when communicating technical information and fit direction to factories
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field
Company
24 Seven Talent
24 Seven partners with companies to get marketing, creative, and digital work done by providing the right talent, innovation, and insights.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Morgan Stanley Asia
2016-10-06Private Equity
Leadership Team
Celeste Gudas
Chairwoman, Founder
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