Technical Design Assistant
Meet Alliance Apparel a division of REVOLVE:
Alliance Apparel is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2014 and recently acquired by REVOLVE, Alliance Apparel specializes in contemporary apparel and footwear and currently designs compelling and distinct brands – Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD, X by NBD, Majorelle, L’Academie, Privacy Please, GRLFRND, LPA, House of Harlow 1960 x Revolve, Chrissy Teigen, NBD x Naven, RAYE, by the way, and About Us. With an unparalleled ability to identify a specific market niche, each Alliance brand has its own identity and is designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. The company’s honest connection with consumer is what makes each Alliance brand compelling, covetable and unique.
At REVOLVE the most successful team members have a thirst and the creativity to make this the top e-commerce brand in the world. With a HQ team of 800+ based out of Cerritos, California we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive.
Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, team bonding activities and pretty rad company parties.
To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.
Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?
The Technical Design Assistant will be meticulous with details and driven by the technical aspect of the design process. He or she will work closely with the Technical Designers by supporting in fittings, measuring fit comments to send to vendors, and evaluating samples. This is a permanent full time role for a candidate who is able to work in a fast paced, high volume, sku intensive fashion environment while maintaining accuracy.
Major Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Accurately spec garments and prepare all samples for fitting
- Receive samples and prep them for fittings
- Evaluate samples to ensure previous changes have been made
- Sit in on fittings and take accurate notes
- Review TOP’s and communicate comments to vendors
- Receive samples and ensure the Tech Console is up to date
- Take clear and detailed notes during fitting
- Utilize clear communication to distribute to all necessary parties post fitting
- Manage all TOP comments and approvals
- Input images and notes into TPs after each fitting
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Basic understanding of garment construction
- Basic understanding of patterns
- Ability to accurately spec garments
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills
- Positive and dependable attitude
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn
- Flexible and adaptable to a very fast-paced environment
- Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
- Effective time management and ability to stay organized
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Product Development, Fashion Design, Buying, Tech Design or Merchandising or equivalent experience
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications:
- 0-2 years of experience in related field (Technical Design, Pattern Making or Design)
A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. As a REVOLVE affiliated company we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.