ABOUT US

Fashion Nova is the world’s leading trend-to-market fashion and lifestyle brand with high-growth categories across its Women, Men, Kids and Beauty divisions. Renowned for delivering the most-wanted styles to millions worldwide, Fashion Nova earned the title of the Top 5 Most-Searched Fashion Brand on Google in 2022, alongside Louis Vuitton and Nike. 

Founder & CEO Richard Saghian launched the brand in 2006, from a retail location in Los Angeles. After multiple store openings, Saghian launched the e-commerce website for Fashion Nova in 2013, pioneering a disruptive social commerce model of affordable, on-trend, size-inclusive clothing online – powered by an innovative, social media-first marketing strategy. 

Today, Fashion Nova has amassed over 40 million social media followers, with annual sales of approximately $2 billion!

The brand’s name has been featured in chart-topping hit songs by Cardi B, Drake, 21 Savage, Saweetie, The Game, Tyga and Offset and its styles have been worn by many celebrities, artists and athletes including Meg The Stallion, Ice Spice, Chris Brown, Floyd Mayweather, Rick Ross, Kourtney Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Measure samples received from the prototype stage through post-production and prepare the samples for fittings. Check construction and quality of product to ensure sample has proper construction for garment category and fabrication. Ability to communicate fit and balance issues via pattern diagram or directly on pattern. Execute fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process stays in line with production and action timelines. Create easily understandable comments using written and visual methods. Lead fit session on live model and dress form. Work closely with cross-functioning teams to ensure all information is correct. Collaborate with the cross-functional teams to ensure wash and fabric quality is achieved. Partner with cross-functional teams to gain clear direction and consensus of fit intent. Escalate issues to superiors for input and direction. Maintain professional and timely email correspondence with domestic & oversea vendors Identify potential product, quality and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations. Track and manage workflow and workload for own product. English, additional language(s) an advantage Schedule of this position: Monday – Friday | Core business hours | Onsite

ROLE REQUIREMENTS           

Understanding of garment measuring, garment construction, quality control/assurance. Minimum 5 years of experience in the apparel industry as a Technical Designer. Strong understanding of the apparel design and development process from inception through production. Must be proficient with knowledge and skill in fit, pattern making, grading, production friendly construction methods, and technical drawing. Experience in grading and ability to understand grade rules on Women’s, Plus, and Men’s categories. Experience in leading live fittings and evaluate overall fit with ability to make accurate fit corrections to achieve the desired style. Knowledge and proven as a technical designer for the junior market and product categories carried by Fashion Nova. Knowledge of preparing and writing product specification sheets across companywide products.  Provide clear direction of fit corrections to send to factory on a regular basis. Proficient computer skills, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint ) Ability to quickly and effectively identify apparel flaws and/or possible production issues. Ability to adapt. Sense of urgency and ability to maintain quality standards under pressure. Ability to prioritize workload and follow instructions. Team-oriented; ability to excel in a team-based structure.  Strong communication skills (Verbal and Written) and organizational skills. Self-starter, multi-task oriented and the ability to resolve issues in a timely fashion. Ability to effectively influence and convey necessary corrections.

BENEFITS

NEW state-of-the-art HQ upcoming in 2024! Formalized career paths for continued professional growth Comprehensive health insurance across Medical, Dental and Vision 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry! Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings Summer Fridays Early Departure Team bonding events and programs Attractive employee discounts!

Fashion Nova, LLC, and subsidiaries thereof, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are steadfast in our commitment to equal employment opportunities and pledge that these objectives are reflected in all aspects of our daily operations. We will continue to recruit, hire, train, and advance in employment qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, criminal history, or status as an individual with a disability; and shall not discriminate against any individual, any such characteristic, nor any other classification protected by local, state and|or federal law.