Denim Technical Designer
Los Angeles, CA
A growing junior denim brand is seeking a strong Technical Designer to join its team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented technical expert with extensive import denim experience. The Technical Designer will partner closely with Design and Production to develop and execute fit, construction, and quality standards across a range of denim silhouettes. This position owns the technical development process from initial samples through production, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and on-time delivery. Key responsibilities include managing fit and construction standards, creating and maintaining detailed Tech Packs, reviewing samples and wash executions, communicating daily with overseas factories, and overseeing development timelines and costing. The role also supports CAD wash development, line sheets, and technical documentation to ensure seamless execution across styles and programs.
This is an in-office role
REQUIREMENTS
5+ years of experience in denim technical design, preferably within junior or opening price-point programs
Walmart experience strongly preferred
Proven import production experience, including daily communication with overseas factories
Strong knowledge of denim fit, construction, and wash development across multiple silhouettes (bootcut, wide leg, straight, etc.)
Expertise in creating and maintaining detailed Tech Packs, including specs, BOMs, construction callouts, and wash information
Hands-on experience attending and leading fit sessions, collaborating closely with Design to align on fit intent
Ability to establish and maintain block styles, base specs, and construction templates for consistent execution
Solid understanding of costing, WIP tracking, and development timelines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in technical sketching, front and back flats, and CAD for denim washes or twill programs
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines simultaneously
Comfortable supporting a Design Director as a key partner, with a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently
