Company Description O. STUDIO DESIGN is a fashion technology company focused on shaping the future of apparel through innovative design and advanced manufacturing methods. The team combines creative vision with technical expertise to develop cutting-edge knitwear solutions and next-generation garments. Operating at the intersection of fashion and technology, the company values experimentation, precision, and high-quality craftsmanship. O. STUDIO DESIGN offers opportunities to work with new materials, tools, and processes, contributing to apparel that pushes industry standards forward.
Role Description The Knitwear Specialist is a remote contract role based in Atlanta, GA. This role involves developing knitwear designs from concept to final sample, including creating technical specifications, stitch and gauge selections, and pattern layouts. The Knitwear Specialist will ensure SYNTAX outputs are technically accurate, manufacturable, and useful to designers, technical teams, and factories.
Responsibilities include troubleshooting construction issues, maintaining detailed documentation of styles and revisions, and supporting continuous improvement in knitwear processes and technology. The role also requires managing timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and staying informed about emerging yarns, knitting techniques, and relevant fashion technology.
Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in knitwear design, including stitch development, yarn selection, and garment construction.
- Experience with knitwear-specific software. Shima Seiki APEX, WHOLEGARMENT, STOLL M1plus, or similar experience is a must.
- Ability to read and create technical packs, specifications, and measurement charts with high attention to detail and quality. Define the technical information and visual callouts factories need.
- Knowledge of apparel production processes, including sampling, fit approvals, and quality control standards.
- Comfort working with new AI technologies (SYNTAX) and innovative materials in a fashion technology environment.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines.
- Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and feedback to both technical and non-technical partners.
- Relevant education in fashion design, textile science, knitwear design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Previous experience in knitwear or apparel development and experience in a tech-driven or innovative fashion setting is a plus.
Initial 90-day contract, approximately 5–10 hours per week. Estimated rate depending on experience and specialization.
