What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Designer position at PISTOLA Denim?
About Us:
PISTOLA is redefining modern denim through craftsmanship and innovation, blending timeless style with forward-thinking design to create iconic, sustainable, and functional pieces that inspire confidence in every fit. As a Los Angeles-based contemporary apparel brand under KNG—Pistola and Daze—we're known for effortlessly elevated essentials with a clean, cool California aesthetic.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Tech Manager, the Senior Technical Designer will assist the Production and Design teams in the fit and construction from initial concept through to commercialization and production for all assigned styles.
Responsibilities:
- Track and manage workflow and workload for own product and ensure product areas are maintained with cross-functional team; gather information and update all TPs as necessary.
- Notify manager immediately of any possible spec or sewing issues. Fit Comments Match bill of material with sketch and garment construction information.
- Complete all Tech Packages in excel (proto to bulk) in a timely manner. Update construction sketch if needed for fit or cost.
- Complete all fit comments in a timely manner. Provide complete and articulate fit comments (includes any needed point of measures, sketches and/or digitals). Email and clarify fit comments to overseas partners, work closely to address any factory suggestions for construction or measurements.
- Lead fit session on model or dress form, update new and old block as a rolling change.
- Collaborate with designer, merchandiser, manager and business partners to ensure the desired product is achieved, while retaining production schedule.
- Keep all approval samples organize and store until bulk has been approved.
- Ensure size and fit consistency across product categories.
- Effectively communicate fit intent, balance and construction to vendors via pattern, sketches and/or digital images.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Ability to determine and communicate fit corrections.
- Knowledge of construction standards and manufacturing methods.
- Mastery of Adobe Illustrator and sketching.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to proactively trouble shoot and problem solve daily.
- Collaborative team player.
- Exceptional organizational skills required.
- Ability to proactively self prioritize workflow based on deadlines in a fast paced environment.
- Meets and strives to increase productivity standards; looks for ways to improve and promote quality
- Must be currently based in Los Angeles; no relocation assistance or support for out-of-state transitions is available at this time.