Freelance Fashion/Product Developer, Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Hong Kong.

📋 Description

• Transform creative sketches and mood boards into comprehensive digital Tech Packs utilizing Adobe Illustrator, CLO 3D, or Excel.

• Incorporate graded specifications, construction notes, stitch types, and trim details into Tech Packs.

• Investigate, suggest, and procure fabrics, hardware, and wash finishes while adhering to cost and sustainability objectives.

• Facilitate remote fitting sessions through Zoom/Teams and provide factories with digital feedback and images regarding pattern modifications and construction adjustments.

• Act as the primary contact for manufacturing partners via email, WhatsApp, and video conferencing.

• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and minimum order quantities remotely.

• Resolve production challenges through shared digital files and offer prompt solutions.

• Manage the production timeline from the sample phase to bulk delivery.

• Alert the internal team about potential delays using tools like Asana, Trello, Slack, or similar platforms.

• Set quality standards, including AQL levels, and enforce them through remote inspection checklists.

• Analyze garment costs in costing sheets to achieve wholesale and retail margin goals.

• Serve as a liaison between the creative design team and both overseas and domestic manufacturing partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising/Product Development, or a related field is advantageous.

• Over 3 years of experience in fashion product development, technical design, or production management.

• Demonstrated experience in apparel development, particularly in intimate wear.

• Advanced skills in creating Tech Packs.

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is mandatory.

• Experience with CLO 3D or Browzwear is a plus.

• Strong understanding of woven, knit, and cut-and-sew construction methods.

• Proficient in using Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, and other project management tools on a daily basis.

• Exceptional written and verbal skills in English.

• Capability to identify fit or construction issues from factory photos/videos and provide remote explanations for solutions.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection is required.

• A quiet environment for video calls is necessary.

• A portfolio that demonstrates relevant apparel and intimate wear development work; applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

• Preferred: experience collaborating directly with Asian or European manufacturing hubs.

• Familiarity with PLM software is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement (100% remote).

• Support systems in place to foster your growth.

• A diverse and collaborative team environment.