G-III Apparel Group
Senior Technical Designer | BCBG, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld Dresses
G-III Apparel Group, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Technical Designer | BCBG, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld Dresses
G-III Apparel Group
Base Pay Range $90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr
Success Profile The Senior Technical Designer for dresses is responsible for ensuring that design vision is translated into a well‑constructed and manufacturable garment that reflects brand’s esthetics and design integrity. As a member of the Technical Design team, you will conduct fit sessions, communicate fit session to vendors, G-III global offices and work cross‑functionally to ensure accuracy of garment measurements, fit, construction details and flow of information while addressing any technical challenges during the development and production process.
Brand/Product Focus BCBG, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld Dresses
Reports To Director of Technical Design
Location New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District
Key Accountabilities
Manage product lifecycle from Showroom sample through pre‑production fit approval.
Oversee pre‑production samples development, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
Develop comprehensive technical packages, to final full graded specifications. Determine necessary corrections, utilize garment patterns effectively to achieve the desired fit, silhouette, and style.
Lead live fit sessions to evaluate and refine fit, construction, and quality. Execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process remains aligned with production timelines and objectives. Provide grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval, ensure that grading is executed accurately to preserve the integrity of the design and fit across all sizes.
Partner successfully with Product Development, Design and Production teams to ensure fit and product development process stays in line with production and action timelines. Create and manage WIP report for development tracking and garment delivery.
Education and Experience
7+ years of Technical Design experience
College degree, or equivalent professional work experience, required
Skills and Behaviors
Proven expertise in apparel fitting, specs and patterns
Working knowledge of PLM, Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Excel
Strong project management and multi‑tasking skills with critical attention to detail
Confident, engaging verbal and written communication skills
Motivated to work in a high energy environment at the speed of fashion with ever‑changing priorities
Ability to work independently and meet multiple deadlines
Ability to build and maintain relationships with other departments as well as vendors and other overseas offices
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Employee discounts across G-III brands
Career growth opportunities within a global fashion organization
A collaborative, innovative environment working with industry‑leading brands
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought‑after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Design
Industries
Retail Apparel and Fashion
The pay range for this position is: $90,000 per year - $115,000 per year.
Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good‑faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
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Base Pay Range $90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr
Success Profile The Senior Technical Designer for dresses is responsible for ensuring that design vision is translated into a well‑constructed and manufacturable garment that reflects brand’s esthetics and design integrity. As a member of the Technical Design team, you will conduct fit sessions, communicate fit session to vendors, G-III global offices and work cross‑functionally to ensure accuracy of garment measurements, fit, construction details and flow of information while addressing any technical challenges during the development and production process.
Brand/Product Focus BCBG, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld Dresses
Reports To Director of Technical Design
Location New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District
Key Accountabilities
Manage product lifecycle from Showroom sample through pre‑production fit approval.
Oversee pre‑production samples development, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
Develop comprehensive technical packages, to final full graded specifications. Determine necessary corrections, utilize garment patterns effectively to achieve the desired fit, silhouette, and style.
Lead live fit sessions to evaluate and refine fit, construction, and quality. Execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process remains aligned with production timelines and objectives. Provide grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval, ensure that grading is executed accurately to preserve the integrity of the design and fit across all sizes.
Partner successfully with Product Development, Design and Production teams to ensure fit and product development process stays in line with production and action timelines. Create and manage WIP report for development tracking and garment delivery.
Education and Experience
7+ years of Technical Design experience
College degree, or equivalent professional work experience, required
Skills and Behaviors
Proven expertise in apparel fitting, specs and patterns
Working knowledge of PLM, Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Excel
Strong project management and multi‑tasking skills with critical attention to detail
Confident, engaging verbal and written communication skills
Motivated to work in a high energy environment at the speed of fashion with ever‑changing priorities
Ability to work independently and meet multiple deadlines
Ability to build and maintain relationships with other departments as well as vendors and other overseas offices
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Employee discounts across G-III brands
Career growth opportunities within a global fashion organization
A collaborative, innovative environment working with industry‑leading brands
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought‑after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Design
Industries
Retail Apparel and Fashion
The pay range for this position is: $90,000 per year - $115,000 per year.
Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good‑faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
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