Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Marchesa
Job overview
The Assistant/Associate Technical Designer at Marchesa's Rosa-daywear Department supports garment development by ensuring fit, function, and quality from design to production.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves creating tech packs, evaluating garment fit, participating in fittings, communicating with overseas vendors, developing sample specifications, collaborating with the Design team, finalizing pre-production specs, and managing collection progress.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have passion for high-end dresses, strong knowledge of patternmaking, garment construction, fabrics, proficiency in Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and preferably computer-aided patternmaking, along with excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior fashion industry experience and multilingual skills are preferred.
Company overview
Marchesa is a renowned fashion brand known for its luxurious and intricately designed evening wear and bridal gowns. Founded in 2004 by British designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, the company quickly gained prominence in the fashion industry for its opulent designs, often featuring elaborate embroidery and delicate fabrics. Marchesa makes money by selling high-end couture and ready-to-wear collections, as well as accessories, through upscale retailers and its own distribution channels. The brand has dressed numerous celebrities for red carpet events, solidifying its reputation as a go-to label for glamorous and sophisticated fashion.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in technical design, especially your experience with tech packs, garment fit, and construction for soft woven dress categories to align with Marchesa's Rosa department needs.
Emphasize your proficiency in Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and any computer-aided patternmaking software, showcasing your ability to manage detailed technical specifications and collaborate effectively with design teams and overseas vendors.
Apply through multiple channels such as Marchesa's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and reputable fashion industry job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current technical designers or team members in the Rosa department at Marchesa on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like complimenting their recent collection or asking about their experience working on garment development processes.
Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating key terms from the job description such as 'tech packs,' 'garment construction,' 'patternmaking,' 'sample specifications,' and 'fast-paced environment' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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