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Technical Illustrator. K. Conlin Fashion 100. Technical Illustrator Duties. Develop technical specifications including measurement specs and construction details; communicate fit and corrections to vendors and factories for approvals . (dc shoes)
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Technical Illustrator K. Conlin Fashion 100
Technical Illustrator Duties • Develop technical specifications including measurement specs and construction details; communicate fit and corrections to vendors and factories for approvals. (dc shoes) • Ability to create initial tech packs to reflect Design’s aesthetics. Follow through from proto development to final graded production specs. (Ralph Lauren)
Technical Illustrator Education • Degree in Fashion. • 4-5 years in Technical Design. • Understand garment construction and fabric. • Proficient in Illustrator, Excel, and Web PDM software. • *PDM – Product Development Management
Technical Illustrator Abilities • Skills obtained from fashion degree with ability to: • Communicate construction terms in writing within excel. • Communicate graphically - technical specifications of garment. • Communicate effectively with design team and production personnel and/or sub contractors.
Technical Illustrator – Personal Qualities • Must be a team oriented person with a positive personality. • Must be accountable to deadlines. • Proactive with problem solving and resolution oriented. • Communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Technical Illustrator – Salary, Locations, and Availability • Salary appears to be subjective with ranges between the mid 30’s to over 60k. • Advertisement for technical illustrator and other fashion design positions were found throughout the United Stated with Emphasis in California and New York. • Jobs remain available for skilled workers.