Technical Design Developer

Kloke is an independent fashion brand founded in Melbourne in 2011. We value design and function equally, integrating both so every collection is thoughtful, refined and supremely wearable. We'e always thinking about how to maximise the durability and quality of our product too, so it can be worn season and season. Kloke is sold through our two Melbourne based boutique stores, online and through our retail partners in Japan, Korea, China, Europe, USA and Canada.

Role Description

The Technical Design Developer is responsible for supporting all design and production processes and ensuring they run as planned, and on time. In addition to working with the Lead Designer and Production Manager, this role also ensures the smooth running of all general workroom functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Assistance

Assist Lead Designer with style development and range planning, tasks include

• Design research
• Range planning
• Graphic and style design development
• Fabric & trim sourcing
• Pattern development

Specifications & Technical Detail

Assist Lead Designer with style development and range planning, tasks include

• Technical drawings
• Spec sheets
• Swatch templates
• Measurement templates

Sample Production

• Manage the sample production and workroom tasks including (but not limited to):
• Procurement
• Supply chain / lead times
• Pattern making and alterations
• Sample cutting
• Sewing of toiles
• Sewing of finished sales samples (when requires)
• Organise and distribute salesman samples for national and international agents
• Finishing sales samples – final QC to ensure all samples are ready to be handed to sales team
• Finishing patterns ensuring they are checked and complete and ready to be handed to production
• Completing usage estimates to hand over to production
• Liaising with local and international makers in the development of samples
• Aid with the costing of garments for handover
• Assist with fittings by taking clear notes and conveying to the appropriate party (patternmaker, factory or production team)

Production Duties

• Aid the Production Manager when required, including the creation of tech packs, preparing trims for factories and other day-to-day production requirements
• Any other tasks/projects that may be required as advised by the Production Manager

Workroom Duties

• Ensure workroom is kept neat and tidy, tables are clear, tools put away and floors swept each evening
• Co-ordinate and time manage tasks and timelines for sampling and production development

OH&S

• Ensure that your own work environment is conducive to good occupational health and safety by complying with occupational health and safety policies, procedures and instructions and taking care for your own health and safety and the health and safety of others who may be affected by your actions

Other

• As you are working with a small team, your role will be flexible, and you may be asked to complete tasks outside the tasks outlined in your job description.
• Competencies / Skills
• Work well within a team
• Time management skills
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work autonomously to achieve quality outcomes
• Strong design knowledge and eye for creative detail
• Pattern making and grading knowledge
• Competent sewing knowledge and practical skills
• Knowledge of all production components
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Suite – Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Competent MS Office skills
• Knowledge and working understanding of fabric
• Car License
• Sense of urgency and understand the importance of deadlines
• Thorough understanding of quality control
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to multitask as this role will require you to work across various areas of the business
• Strict attention to detail and exceptionally organised
• A great attitude!

Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Fashion
• 3-5 yrs previous experience within a similar position