The Talbots Inc.
Overview
About KnitWell Group , a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Our common thread is a commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. The Role : The Technical Designer is responsible for facilitating the transition of apparel styles from design concept and first prototype to a final, production-ready prototype. Collaborate with manager, agent partners, Sourcing, Product Development, Design, and Merchandising to ensure the fit, quality, delivery, and business practices are achieved and upheld. Demonstrate the company’s values by maintaining effective collaborative relationships and taking pride in the brand. Responsibilities
Protect brand integrity through fit continuity, upholding construction standards, sizing, and styling consistency. Collaborate with business partners to gain clear direction and consensus of fit intent to establish the initial spec and construction detail. Execute the sample process by generating computerized specification packages. Manage the measuring and preparing of samples from development through production approval. Conduct fit evaluation sessions on live models to analyze balance and proportion of fit. Confirm compliance of garment to specifications and fit direction. Work closely with manager during and after fittings to continually improve skills. Document the fit results; deliver clear communication through comments/specs/diagrams/photos and review of block patterns. Partner with manager on recommendations for garment construction that produces the best results for each factory. Follow up on emails from overseas office regarding comments on fit/construction and maintain design integrity. Ensure seasonal deadlines are met for styles; partner with manager to assess next steps when issues arise. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent functional experience 6-8 years’ experience in Technical Design and/or Patternmaking Knowledge of grading, construction standards, and manufacturing methods Keen eye for garment proportion and design aesthetic Ability to write clear and detailed fit comments with pattern corrections and fit images using Adobe Illustrator Ability to partner and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Sourcing) as well as agents/vendors Flexible/adaptable in a fast-paced environment Strong computer knowledge in PLM, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams). Bamboo Rose experience is a plus Benefits
Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies. Support for individual development and career mobility within our family of brands. Culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities. Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K). Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid time off and holidays. On-site: This position works on-site at least 4 days per week at our Haven Well Within office location in New York, NY. Additional information Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. Location: New York Office Position Type: Regular/Full time Equal Employment Opportunity: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications related to the position and are not influenced by sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com.
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About KnitWell Group , a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Our common thread is a commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. The Role : The Technical Designer is responsible for facilitating the transition of apparel styles from design concept and first prototype to a final, production-ready prototype. Collaborate with manager, agent partners, Sourcing, Product Development, Design, and Merchandising to ensure the fit, quality, delivery, and business practices are achieved and upheld. Demonstrate the company’s values by maintaining effective collaborative relationships and taking pride in the brand. Responsibilities
Protect brand integrity through fit continuity, upholding construction standards, sizing, and styling consistency. Collaborate with business partners to gain clear direction and consensus of fit intent to establish the initial spec and construction detail. Execute the sample process by generating computerized specification packages. Manage the measuring and preparing of samples from development through production approval. Conduct fit evaluation sessions on live models to analyze balance and proportion of fit. Confirm compliance of garment to specifications and fit direction. Work closely with manager during and after fittings to continually improve skills. Document the fit results; deliver clear communication through comments/specs/diagrams/photos and review of block patterns. Partner with manager on recommendations for garment construction that produces the best results for each factory. Follow up on emails from overseas office regarding comments on fit/construction and maintain design integrity. Ensure seasonal deadlines are met for styles; partner with manager to assess next steps when issues arise. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent functional experience 6-8 years’ experience in Technical Design and/or Patternmaking Knowledge of grading, construction standards, and manufacturing methods Keen eye for garment proportion and design aesthetic Ability to write clear and detailed fit comments with pattern corrections and fit images using Adobe Illustrator Ability to partner and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Sourcing) as well as agents/vendors Flexible/adaptable in a fast-paced environment Strong computer knowledge in PLM, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams). Bamboo Rose experience is a plus Benefits
Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies. Support for individual development and career mobility within our family of brands. Culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities. Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K). Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid time off and holidays. On-site: This position works on-site at least 4 days per week at our Haven Well Within office location in New York, NY. Additional information Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. Location: New York Office Position Type: Regular/Full time Equal Employment Opportunity: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications related to the position and are not influenced by sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com.
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