Location: Upper West Side, Manhattan (In-Person Fittings Required)

Engagement Type: Freelance / Part-Time

Compensation: $50–$65 per hour (based on experience)

About the Role

Seeking an experienced Freelance Technical Designer with deep expertise in bra foundations and intimate apparel construction to support ongoing product development across bras, underwear, and sleepwear.

This is a part-time freelance position. In-person attendance is required for fittings, which take place on select weekday mornings between 9:00–11:00am on the Upper West Side (not daily — only when fittings are scheduled). All additional follow-up work may be completed remotely.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of bra construction (wireless, molded, sheer, bonded, elastic engineering, support structures), understands grading across band and cup sizes, and is confident leading detailed fit sessions.

This role requires both technical precision and proactive ownership across development.

Core Responsibilities

Fit & Development

Attend and lead in-person fittings (weekday mornings, UWS Manhattan, approx. 9–11am as scheduled)
Evaluate proto, fit, size set, and TOP samples
Analyze fit across core and extended sizes (including full bust/DD+)
Identify grading, support, and construction issues and propose solutions
Ensure consistency across bra blocks and franchise platforms

Technical Package Management

Create, update, and maintain detailed tech packs (POMs, grading, construction notes)
Document all fit comments clearly and accurately after each fitting
Issue graded specifications and maintain version control
Track fit history and block evolution by style

Factory Communication & Development Tracking

Communicate technical comments and clarifications to overseas factories
Track sample status, key dates, and development milestones
Follow up on open technical questions (measurements, trims, bonding, elastics, materials)
Maintain organized trackers and meeting notes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Product leadership to execute fit intent
Support wear testing and incorporate feedback into pattern refinement
Help uphold brand fit standards and customer expectations

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of technical design experience, specifically in bras/intimate apparel
Strong understanding of bra construction (wireless, underwire, molded, sheer, bonded)
Deep knowledge of grading across band/cup size matrices
Experience with stretch textiles, elastics, and performance fabrics
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Clear communicator with overseas factory experience
Proficient in Illustrator and tech pack creation (PLM experience a plus)
Comfortable working independently in a freelance capacity
Ability to work part-time and also take on additional hours (fulltime hours) during peak periods of development.
Speaks Chinese / Mandarin is a plus.

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