Junior Technical Designer

Position Type: Full-Time

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt

Location: Pasadena, CA (not remote)

Reporting Relationship: VP of Production

Position Summary

In this role, you will support the technical design and product development process across apparel styles. Responsibilities may include assisting with fit evaluations, reviewing measurements and construction details, preparing and maintaining technical documentation (including tech packs and PLM data), coordinating sample tracking, and supporting communication with cross-functional teams and vendors. Duties may change based on business needs.

Work Environment

• Cross-functional, fast-paced, and production-focused
• Hands-on involvement throughout the product lifecycle

Key Responsibilities

Fit & Construction Support

• Assist in fit sessions by measuring garments, taking detailed notes, and documenting fit comments
• Execute fit updates and pattern correction requests as directed
• Review samples for basic fit, construction, and quality alignment
• Support maintenance of fit standards, blocks, and size consistency across categories

Technical Documentation

• Create and update tech packs, measurement charts, and construction details under supervision
• Maintain accurate and organized spec sheets throughout development
• Assist with grading reviews to ensure size accuracy and consistency

Vendor & Cross-Functional Communication

• Communicate technical comments, measurements, and approvals to vendors as directed
• Follow up on sample revisions and development timelines
• Partner with design and development teams to support technical execution of design intent

Quality & Production Support

• Assist with pre-production and production sample reviews (PP, TOP, etc.)
• Help identify and escalate fit or quality issues during development and production
• Support adherence to brand quality standards and technical guidelines

Process & Standards

• Maintain organized fit logs, sample tracking, and approval records
• Support updates to technical processes, fit libraries, and best practices
• Assist in improving efficiency and accuracy within the technical design workflow

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Technical Design, Fashion Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Foundational understanding of garment construction, pattern making, and fit principles
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and familiarity with ERP systems preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills & Traits

• Strong interest in developing a technical design career
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and process-driven
• Receptive to feedback and eager to learn
• Collaborative, reliable, and proactive

DG Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this position.

Pay: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person