Freelance Fashion/Product Developer, Designer

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

📋 Description

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

• Incorporate graded specifications, construction callouts, stitch types, and trim details within Tech Packs.

• Research, recommend, and source fabrics, hardware, and wash finishes while adhering to cost and sustainability objectives.

• Facilitate remote fitting sessions via Zoom or Teams, providing digital feedback and photographs on pattern modifications and construction improvements.

• Act as the primary liaison for overseas and domestic manufacturing partners through email, WhatsApp, and video conferences.

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and minimum order quantities remotely.

• Resolve production challenges using shared digital files and deliver prompt solutions.

• Manage the production calendar from the sampling phase through to bulk delivery.

• Identify potential delays and communicate them to the internal team using tools like Asana, Trello, Slack, or similar applications.

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

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

• Serve as the intermediary between the creative design team and manufacturing partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising/Product Development, or a related field is advantageous but not mandatory.

• A minimum of 3 years’ 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 essential.

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

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

• Comfortable utilizing Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, and other project management tools on a daily basis.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Ability to assess fit or construction issues from factory photos/videos and articulate solutions clearly in a remote setting.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.

• A quiet space for conducting video calls.

• A portfolio demonstrating relevant work in apparel and intimate wear development; 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

• 100% remote work.

• Diverse and collaborative team environment.

• Support for your professional growth.

• Opportunity to enhance skills within a collaborative setting.