Tech Designer I

Columbia Sportswear

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Portland, Oregon, United States of AmericaOn-siteFashion Design



 ABOUT THE POSITION In this role you will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical sketches of assigned apparel and accessory products by collaborating closely with cross-functional partners. You will work closely with design and product development to ensure design integrity; quality & accuracy are met/maintained and that products are developed within established timelines.

You will also be responsible for entering color data into our Bill of Materials for global Salesman Samples as well as for Production. In addition, this role is responsible for creating seasonal color cadbooks for cross-functional partners including merchandising, catalog/marketing teams, content hub & the photo studio.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with cross functional partners involved in apparel, surface and graphics design, product merchandising, materials research, manufacturing & marketing. HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Responsible for creating, maintaining, and providing accurate apparel and accessory technical illustrations and construction details with limited complexity throughout the development season.

Responsible for creating original CAD artwork, consisting of color blocking, graphic placement, print, pattern & texture fills, that is production ready for catalog as well as for visual presentations. This includes building seasonal cad books for internal customers including Merchandising, Design & Catalog.

Responsible for entering pertinent color information into the Bill of Materials in PDM, including fabric and trim color information. Work performed will have substantial impact to the global sales sample & product assortment.

Information entered is critical and must be accurate as well as follow brand standards. YOU ARE Proactive & resourceful in your work style and able to anticipate potential problems and work with manager on possible solutions.

Able to work under pressure, meet strict timelines and manage multiple tasks simultaneo