Tech Pack Designer

Department: Design
Location: New York, NY
Reports To: Director of Design Operations

Position Summary
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Fashion Designer who can develop tech
packs for overseas production to join our Design team. The ideal candidate has experience in
licensed apparel and wholesale product development, with the ability to create accurate technical
packages for overseas manufacturing partners. The Designer most also have knowledge in sizing
and placing graphics on garments for production purposes.
The Designer will collaborate closely with Design, Product Development, Production, and
overseas factories to ensure products meet customer expectations, licensing requirements, and
production standards.

Essential Responsibilities
Tech Pack / Art Development
 Create detailed production-ready Tech Packs for all assigned styles.
 Prepare accurate garment flats using Adobe Illustrator.
 Develop and maintain:
o Construction details
o Understand measurement specifications (Cut & Sew)
o Sewing instructions
o Artwork placement
o Trim and label placement
o Packaging requirements
o Wash and finishing details
 Ensure all technical packages are complete and ready for factory development.
 Update technical packages throughout the sampling process.
 Keen eye for sizing graphics to be placed properly on all garment silhouettes.
 Help ensure all products comply with licensor guidelines and brand standards.

Licensing & Brand Compliance
 Ensure all products comply with licensor guidelines and brand standards.
 Incorporate required revisions from licensors into final production packages.
 Maintain consistency across all licensed programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
 Collaborate with Spec Department and Production to resolve and update technical and
manufacturing challenges.
 Work closely with Licensing, Graphics, Merchandising, and Sourcing teams throughout
development.
 Communicate daily with overseas factories regarding sample development, construction,
and production questions.
 Communicate and provide revisions and technical corrections to overseas factories.
 Support customer meetings by preparing product presentations and development updates.
 Review prototype, fit, salesman, and production samples.

Production Support
 Assist in resolving production issues while maintaining quality standards.
 Ensure all styles remain on schedule to meet customer delivery dates.
 Maintain organized style files and development records.

 

Qualifications
 Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field preferred.
 3–7 years of apparel design and technical design experience.
 Experience within the wholesale apparel industry required.
 Licensed apparel experience strongly preferred.
 Knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing.
 Experience working with overseas factories.
 Ability to manage multiple brands, retailers, and seasonal calendars simultaneously.

 

Technical Skills

 Adobe Illustrator (Advanced)
 Adobe Photoshop
 Microsoft Excel
 Microsoft Office Suite
 Tech Pack Construction
 Visual expertise for sizing and placing artwork
 Flat Sketch development (if needed)

 

Core Competencies
 Creative problem-solving
 Strong technical knowledge
 Excellent organizational skills
 Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
 Strong communication skills
 Attention to detail
 Collaborative team player
 Commercial product awareness
 Sense of urgency in a fast-paced wholesale environment

 

Preferred Experience
 Licensed sports apparel (NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, NCAA)
 Men's, women's, and children's apparel
 Knits, fleece, activewear, and sportswear
 Screen print, embroidery, appliqué, heat transfer, and specialty decoration techniques
 Experience working with major retailers including Walmart, Target, Kohl's, Macy;s,
Costco, Sam's Club, and specialty retailers
 Knowledge of overseas manufacturing and production timelines

 

Success in This Role
Success in this role is measured by the ability to consistently deliver innovative, commercially
viable apparel while ensuring technical accuracy and efficient product development. The ideal
candidate thrives in our fast-paced, collaborative environment, balancing creativity
with precision to bring licensed and private label collections from concept to production while
meeting customer expectations, licensing requirements, and critical delivery deadlines.