Freelance Technical Designer, Jewelry & Jewelry Trims
Duration: Month-to-Month Seasonal Support
Alexander Wang is seeking an experienced Freelance Technical Designer specializing in Jewelry to provide ongoing seasonal technical design support across jewelry product and jewelry-specific trims. This role will partner closely with the VP, Head of Design and Product Development to translate creative concepts into highly detailed, production-ready technical documentation that supports accurate sampling, costing, and vendor execution.
Responsibilities
- Develop highly detailed technical drawings and specification sheets for jewelry and jewelry-related trims.
- Create complete measurement callouts, construction notes, and precise build instructions.
Produce multiple technical views as needed, including:
- Front / Back / Side views
- Section cuts
- Exploded construction details for complex components
- Ensure all documentation aligns with seasonal timelines, vendor requirements, and production standards.
- Collaborate with Design and Product Development to refine construction feasibility, detailing, and execution.
- Produce jewelry-specific trim CADs and technical packages throughout the development process.
Deliverables
Production-ready technical packages including:
- Full measurements and proportional callouts
- Materials, components, and assembly notes
- Hardware, finishing, and execution guidance
- Clear construction/build instructions suitable for vendor production
Drawing packages to be delivered as:
- Shareable AI files and PDF specification sheets
- Editable working files as needed on a seasonal/project basis
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Technical Designer specializing in jewelry and/or accessories.
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and technical CAD drawing.
- Ability to create highly detailed, production-ready technical packages.
- Strong understanding of jewelry construction, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience partnering with design, product development, and external vendors.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage ongoing seasonal support and shifting priorities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V
In compliance with the New York City salary transparency requirements, the potential hourly salary for this position is $75 per hour, which represents a range commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills required.
