Apparel Technical Designer

QVC

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West Chester, PAOn-siteTechnical Design

Working at QVC Group means joining a live social shopping company with incredible teams, ambitious projects and amazing careers. QVC Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company with six leading retail brands - QVC®, HSN®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road.Your Opportunity, Your TeamThe Tech Designer supports QVC and HSN and is responsible for creating Technical Product Development Packets for all apparel as well as fitting of these styles and following them through to the release of the graded specs. Categories include woven, knits, sweaters intimates, swim wear and outerwear across multiple brands.Where You'll WorkThis role is hybrid and will require you to be onsite at Studio Park several days per month (onsite days are predetermined and standard across the company). Job seekers must reside in one of the following states to be considered: PA, DE, or NJ. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.What You'll DoProduct Development: Attend development meetings with designers/merchants and vendors to understand vision/concept and provide technical guidance and directionBuild detailed tech packs in PLM system to send to vendors utilizing designer's initial flat sketch, BOM & specific construction to create garments. Attend proto fittings/product review meetings to ensure desired aesthetic and measurements are met and update all necessary changes in PLMSupport product lifecycle from concept through final production approvalMaintain consistency in fit aesthetic for each brand. Develop, update and utilize library of blocks and patterns to ensure standards are being met to support best fit and to expedite the production processLead all fit sessions. Fit garments weekly to meet QVC standards and brand integrity. Ability to adjust patterns, analyze garment construction and expertise. Measure samples, compare construction and overall execution vs. tech pack requirementsWhat You'll BringBachelor's Degree in fashion design or related programMinimum