Who We Are:

Reformation is a mission based company that is fast-growing and is redefining fashion. We make killer clothes that don’t kill the environment and want our garments’ impact on the planet to be as low as possible. After all, there’s nothing less sexy than leaving a big nasty mess.

Senior Technical Designer:

Reformation is looking for an awesome senior technical designer who will link the design department and production to ensure that all designs translate to amazing garments. We produce exclusively in downtown Los Angeles and sample all of our fits in-house. We are looking for a full-time, super-efficient, hard-working, seasoned leader who will make sure our clothes look and fit great and are made at the highest level of quality standards. The role includes leading the fit process from design to release to include PPs and TOPs, generating very clear measurements of each fit and pointed tech packs, and working closely with our design and development departments.

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with design and product development to ensure that designs are translated correctly
• Work closely with in-house pattern makers to ensure fit is accurate
• Manage team in fit sessions by fitting samples on live model, recording comments and communicating with team
• Take and track notes to ensure final fit, quality and construction meets standards; assist in communication with vendors and factory manager on standards
• Create thorough tech packs with sketches, complete construction details, and key measurements
• Follow grade rules, cross-check pattern, production specs, and BOM before release to marking/grading
• Track and monitor execution to time-and-action calendar; record and track all packages; track fit and top of production (TOP) samples; keep archive of samples, notes, trims, etc

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 10+ years experience in technical design of apparel or relevant training
• Extreme attention to detail and accuracy, as well as ability to prioritize and make quick decisions
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented; highly detail oriented and meticulous
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Extremely honest and trustworthy with highest integrity
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, balance creativity with technical capability, and interpret design sketches for tech packs
• Knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing

Extra Credit:

• Bilingual in Spanish

Benefits & Perks:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off (vacation/sick), holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees
• Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment
• Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more

TO APPLY:

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us about yourself and why you are a great fit for Reformation!

If you are also a creative candidate, please also submit a link to your portfolio.

The Reformation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.