THE JOHN VARVATOS TEAM

The heartbeat of any brand is its people. The John Varvatos culture is full of passion, creativity, and rock n roll! With many opportunities for growth and career development, we are a company that has ambitious plans for growth, and each individual plays a vital role in achieving our goals. We recognize each individual's contributions and treat each other with dignity, respect, and fairness.

THE ROLE

PURPOSE & SCOPE
The Associate Technical Designer will be involved in all aspects and stages of tech design and perform intermediate tech design related tasks with a special focus on spec’ing and garment evaluation for woven categories, shirts, trousers, and denim.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?
Responsible for making all fit preparations including measuring and reviewing garments against comments and specs sent
Assist and support tech design team with all technical and construction issues, questions and concerns
Prepare samples for fittings from proto samples to production samples
Work closely with tech design team to record sample status during all stages of development and approval processes
Assist with managing and maintaining samples and sample closets
Responsible for maintaining and updating tech pack files (style development files, etc.)
Take detailed notes during fittings, and execute all updates and changes with both written and photo corrections using expert recommendations for fit and construction improvements
Create, maintain, and update detailed technical packages (Tech Packs), including garment measurements, construction details. Ensure all specifications are clear and accurate for both domestic and international factories
Serve as a key point of contact for our overseas partners and vendors. Communicate all technical changes and fit comments clearly and in a timely manner to keep the production process on schedule per the pre-established critical path (CP)
Proactively identify and resolve potential issues related to garment fit, construction, and quality during all stages of the product lifecycle
Review and approve size grading to ensure a consistent fit across our entire size range

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?
Must have strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Drive (RLM a plus but not required)
Must have strong technical sketching ability and a thorough understanding of fit
Must have strong measuring ability and a solid understanding of woven garment construction
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
Knowledge of Adobe Program a plus
Strong work ethics, communication (written & verbal), and interpersonal skills
Resourceful, hands-on, and able to sense urgency
Ability to be flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment and be able to meet deadlines

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
3 years of related work experience and/or internships preferred, specific to technical design
Menswear experience a plus

The hourly rate for the position, based in NYC, NY: $36.00 - $38.00 USD/Hour

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• RESPECT: We treat our team, customers, suppliers, partners and planet with respect, always. We speak respectfully about and to others. We respect our customer's valuable time, and each other's. We work as a unified team and respect each other's differences
• RESOLVE: We are determined and we do not give up. We follow through on our commitments. We take accountability and face challenges with enthusiasm
• RAREFIED PASSION: We act with utmost integrity. We seek to continually improve and respond to feedback. We advocate for our brand, customer and product
• REFINEMENT: We pay fanatical attention to the details that make the John Varvatos difference. We strive to be exceptional in all we do.

BENEFITS

Your career matters to us and we will do what it takes to help you on your journey in life. You’ll be challenging yourself and your leadership. The opportunities will be there, and you’ll be working within an environment that rewards hard work and innovation. Internal promotion is the norm not the exception and you’ll be supported in your ambition to reach the next step of your career.

Health & Wellbeing Benefits Plan include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts
• Commuter & Parking Saving Accounts
• 401(k) Enrollment - Traditional 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
• Voluntary Additional Life & Disability Coverage for Spouse and Child(ren)
• Basic Life and Disability
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Personal Clothing Discount and Clothing Allotment

Note: Availability of the benefits are based on location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. John Varvatos reserves the right to amend or withdraw these benefits at any time.

In addition to this we offer a competitive pay and benefits package that includes an amazing employee clothing allotment and discount. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we very much look forward to working with you.