3D Apparel Designer

3D TECHNICAL DESIGNER (TODDLER/LITTLE KIDS), 3D APPAREL

About This Opportunity ….

This is a full-time hybrid position that works closely with the design team, merchandiser, and 3D technical director to create stunning 3D garments for multiple brands. Candidates will bring knowledge of garment construction, pattern balance, fit understanding, grading, graphic placements and 3D rendering abilities to our various toddler/kids programs. You will be joining a fast-paced team that values eagerness to learn, initiative, teamwork, and quality. You will also work alongside our technical design, and patternmaking teams to gather all the necessary resources needed to be successful in this role.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Sewing 3D Garments in Browzwear & in CLO
Line and fixture renderings in Browzwear & in CLO
Creation and adjustment of 3D garments from a DXF, block and/or design sketch through pattern manipulation while maintaining proper balance and ideal pattern shapes/fit. This involves advanced pattern knowledge to achieve the design vision requested by the design team.
Assist patternmaking team by making call outs on their DXF files on ways to improve the fit and overall appearance of the garment

Creation of graded DXF to validate grades & graphic placements
Conduct 3D fit meetings
Scan fabrics to create U3ma & ZFAB files

Qualifications:
Min. 3 years relevant work experience in apparel design, childrenswear is a plus
Bachelor’s degree or higher: apparel/fashion design, garment fit & construction or comparable
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong Browzwear & CLO experience with 3D creation and rendering abilities

Advanced understanding 2D pattern & block development and knowledge of technical fitting process on a physical form and on Avatars
3D to eCommerce integration knowledge is a plus
Must have a strong sense of urgency and strong ability to pay close attention to detail
Must have excellent time management and organizational skills
Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and independently