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Apparel Technical Designer – Temporary Jobs in San Francisco, CA at EMERGING BLUE
Title: Apparel Technical Designer – Temporary
Company: EMERGING BLUE
Location: San Francisco, CA
Job Description
Temporary Technical Designer (Multiple Openings)
Duration: ~4–5 weeks (Immediate start through April 24)
Location: San Francisco – mostly on site but some work can be done from home
Hourly rate $30-50
Overview
We are seeking multiple Temporary Technical Designers to support an accelerated product development initiative. These roles will focus on tech pack creation, auditing, and standardization across a range of apparel categories in a fast-paced environment.
This is a highly executional role requiring individuals who can quickly assess existing work, identify gaps, and deliver accurate, production-ready tech packs.
Category coverage may include: Outerwear, Knit Tops, Woven Tops, Activewear, Intimates, Denim & Pants, Lounge.
Note: Experience does not need to perfectly align with these categories. We are open to candidates with a mix of category experience, as long as there is strong technical design capability and adaptability.
Scope of Work
Phase 1: Tech Pack Audit & Development (Now – April 3)
- Audit and review existing tech packs for completeness and accuracy
- Complete missing tech packs across select categories
- Add missing spec information including POMs, construction details, materials, and trims
- Migrate key POMs from legacy tech pack formats into updated templates
- Enhance tech packs to support costing initiatives, including detailed construction info and product imagery
Phase 2: Standardization, Enhancement & Fit Support (April 6 – April 24)
- Transition tech packs with outdated fit blocks and update formats across departments
- Continue to add and refine missing spec information
- Enhance tech packs with product imagery, digital patterns, and material information
- Measure and evaluate proto and initial fit samples
- Support fit sessions and provide clear, actionable feedback
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in Technical Design (apparel)
- Strong experience with tech pack creation, auditing, and spec development
- Solid understanding of garment construction, fit, POM development, and grading
- Ability to work in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in PLM systems and Adobe Illustrator preferred
Preferred Experience & Attributes
- Expertise in materials and fabrication including stretch, recovery, compression, and moisture-wicking
- Familiarity with extended sizing including plus and maternity (nice to have)
- Solution-oriented mindset with ability to operate with speed and precision
- Adaptability across multiple product categories
Ideal Candidate
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Able to identify gaps and execute solutions quickly
- Strong communicator and collaborative partner
- Comfortable in fast-moving, ambiguous environments
- Proactive and able to wear multiple hats
