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Associate Technical Designer
Athleta
San Francisco, CA, United States
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Since the beginning, we’ve been inspired by everything women and girls are capable of, whether they’re serious athletes or just getting into fitness. We create versatile premium performance apparel designed for a life in motion. Challenge fuels us and we are always reaching for the amazing.
We’re looking for looking for people who find inspiration in the same things we do: the limitless potential of women and girls everywhere. If you share our passion for a healthy, active lifestyle, personal growth, innovative product and creating rewarding experiences – join our community. Alone we are strong, united we thrive. Together, we create the Power of She.
THE CHALLENGE
The Associate Technical Designer role is an entry level pre-manufacturing function, responsible for facilitating a limited group of apparel styles from design concept and first prototype to a final, production ready proto-type. Position supports multiple team members and requires a high level of supervision
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support department, as led by supervisor, while learning key product area
• Gain clear direction and consensus of design aesthetic, fit intent and construction, while maintaining corporate standards
• Effectively communicate design’s fit intent
• Prepare samples for fittings, participate in fit sessions, and take notes
• Evaluate garment to ensure global compliance of spec and construction
• Identify and communicate basic quality and costing issues
• Identify and communicate fit and balance issues
• Work with supervisor to meet seasonal deadlines
• Participate in departmental and cross-functional meetings as appropriate
• Demonstrate accountability for work commitments
• Foster open communication and team environment with all business partners
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Formal education in Apparel Manufacturing, Design, Patternmaking or equivalent
• 1-3 years’ experience in the Apparel Industry including patternmaking and construction experience with full knowledge of total production timeline
• Knowledge of pattern making, construction and fit
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills with ability to multi task
• Computer skills – PLM, Illustrator, Photoshop, Gerber, Lectra, Optitex, Microsoft Office Suite
KEY BENEFITS:
• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy, 30% off at Outlet and 25% off at Athleta.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
• Employee stock purchase plan.*
• Employees receive medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
• Employees can apply for tuition reimbursement.*
• Family care programs.
• Commuter benefits.
• Pet Discount Program.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. In 2016, Gap Inc. was named one of the Best Places to Work by the Human Rights Campaign for the thirteenth consecutive year and was the sole winner of the Catalyst award for equality in the workplace in 2016.