Assistant Technical Designer

Assistant Technical Designer Beverly Hills, CA Fashion Nova is the world's leading trend-to-market fashion and lifestyle brand with high-growth categories across its Women, Men, Kids and Beauty divisions. Renowned for delivering the most-wanted styles to millions worldwide, Fashion Nova earned the title of the Top 5 Most-Searched Fashion Brand on Google in 2022, alongside Louis Vuitton and Nike. Founder & CEO Richard Saghian launched the brand in 2006, from a retail location in Los Angeles. After multiple store openings, Saghian launched the e-commerce website for Fashion Nova in 2013, pioneering a disruptive social commerce model of affordable, on-trend, size-inclusive clothing online – powered by an innovative, social media-first marketing strategy. Today, Fashion Nova has amassed over 40 million social media followers, with annual sales of approximately $2 billion! The brand's name has been featured in chart-topping hit songs by Cardi B, Drake, 21 Savage, Saweetie, The Game, Tyga and Offset and its styles have been worn by many celebrities, artists and athletes including Meg The Stallion, Ice Spice, Chris Brown, Floyd Mayweather, Rick Ross, Kourtney Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner. Role Overview Reporting to the Manager of Technical Design, the Assistant Technical Designer will be part of our quick-moving, high performing Fit Team. This role is responsible for supporting the Fit Team throughout the sample lifecycle, specifically to the critical ability to operate efficiently while balancing large volumes of product with fit consistency expectations. Responsibilities Fit Support: Select the correct 'block' template for the style and set up appropriate POMs, articulating exactly how to measure each POM Measure all samples with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency Enter sample measurements onto the spec template Set up samples in the fit room prior to the fit session, preparing the product for an efficient session Take thorough notes for the technical designer during the fit session and recap them to the fit audience for alignment Take photos and hang samples during the fit session Insert model images onto the spec template and initialize fit comments by referencing the fit session notes Assist with processing final fit comments and assembling the required alterations, developing the ability to troubleshoot fit issues and formulate 'one-and-done' fit corrections Measure the fit models twice monthly to protect fit consistency Participate in model castings by sourcing, scheduling, and measuring the models Sample Management: Return borrowed samples and file fit samples in the correct location Participate in the monthly purge process TOP Samples: Measure samples to confirm spec compliance Approve TOP samples in NetSuite, observing standard operating 'TOP Approval' procedures Participate in TOP try-on sessions as needed Role Requirements A minimum of two years of experience in Technical Design Intermediate level understanding of G-Suite and Microsoft Office – Illustrator experience is a plus Ability to use a tape measure and measure samples accurately in both decimals and fractions Aptitude for reading and interpreting a spec sheet Knowledge of fabrics, and how to identify knit and woven fabrics Exposure to pattern-making, sewing, and fittings Problem solving skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret data Exceptional attention to detail, able to balance speed and accuracy, self-edit, and correct inconsistencies Sense of urgency with the ability to organize, prioritize, and reorder workload Embrace change and apply initiative within a dynamic working environment Able to manage large volumes of samples and lift up to thirty pounds Professionally effective written and verbal communication skills with strong follow-up Able to add, multiply, divide, and subtract fractions and decimals Fluency in English including 'Fashion', 'Fabrication', and 'Technical' vernacular Degree in Fashion specializing in Technical Design Schedule of this position: Monday – Friday | Core business hours | Onsite Benefits New State-of-the-art HQ located in Beverly Hills Formalized career paths for continued professional growth Comprehensive health insurance across Medical, Dental and Vision 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry! Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings Summer Fridays Early Departure Team bonding events and programs Attractive employee discounts! Fashion Nova, LLC, and subsidiaries thereof, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are steadfast in our commitment to equal employment opportunities and pledge that these objectives are reflected in all aspects of our daily operations. We will continue to recruit, hire, train, and advance in employment qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, criminal history, or status as an individual with a disability; and shall not discriminate against any individual, any such characteristic, nor any other classification protected by local, state and|or federal law. Fashion Nova