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Manages the garment fit process, including conducting live model/mannequin sessions, evaluating construction, and analyzing pattern/grading revisions. Collaborates with Design and PD to recommend ...

Technical Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $138K/yr

Manages the garment fit process, including conducting live model/mannequin sessions, evaluating construction, and analyzing pattern/grading revisions. Collaborates with Design and PD to recommend ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and pushes. Must be able to ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and pushes. Must be able to ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Stylist

West Covina, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Stylist

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Stylist

Riverside, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Stylist

Lakewood, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $17/hr

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Stylist

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

Whether it's changing a mannequin, sweeping the dust bunnies or hanging the next best selling dress ... We know you live a full life! Physical Demands: Frequently stands, walks, observes, bends and ...

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How much do live mannequin jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for live mannequin in the United States is $20.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a live mannequin?

A Live Mannequin is a person who poses like a traditional store mannequin to showcase clothing, accessories, or products in retail stores, fashion events, or promotional displays. They must remain still for extended periods while occasionally changing poses to highlight different angles. This role requires strong focus, body control, and the ability to engage shoppers subtly without breaking character. Live Mannequins help create an interactive and visually appealing shopping experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a live mannequin?

To thrive as a Live Mannequin, you should possess excellent physical stamina, body control, and the ability to hold poses for extended periods, with a background in performance or modeling often preferred. The role rarely requires technical tools or formal certifications, but experience with stage makeup and display preparation may be beneficial. Outstanding soft skills include patience, professionalism, and the ability to engage the public without breaking character. These abilities are crucial for maintaining a high-quality, engaging display that attracts attention and effectively showcases products in retail or promotional settings.

Can you work as a live mannequin?

A live mannequin is a performer who poses motionless or with minimal movement to display clothing or accessories in retail stores. This role requires good physical stamina, the ability to hold still for extended periods, and often involves working in a retail or promotional environment. No formal certification is typically required, but presentation skills and professionalism are important.

What are the typical working conditions and schedule like for a live mannequin?

Live Mannequins generally work in retail stores, shopping centers, or events, often during peak shopping hours, weekends, and special promotional campaigns. The job usually involves standing still or holding specific poses for long periods, sometimes in front of large crowds, under bright lights, or near window displays. While some positions may be part-time or event-based, others can provide regular weekly shifts, especially during high-traffic retail seasons. You’ll often work closely with visual merchandisers, store managers, and promotional teams to coordinate appearances and ensure you’re representing the brand effectively. Adaptability to different environments and a flexible schedule are important for success in this unique role.

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Technical Designer

Catalyst Brands

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$75K/yr

Full-time

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7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Technical Designer - Catalyst Brands
The Technical Designer provides technical expertise to evaluate apparel merchandise in terms of style, measurement and construction to achieve the appropriate fit, quality and design interpretation for the manufacturer to follow.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Fit Ownership: Manages the garment fit process, including conducting live model/mannequin sessions, evaluating construction, and analyzing pattern/grading revisions. Collaborates with Design and PD to recommend construction alternatives based on fit history.
  • Cross-functional Partnership: Work closely with Design, Sourcing and Merchandising teams to align on fit intent, meet calendar deadlines and maintain brand standards.
  • Technical Documentation: Create, maintain, and manage detailed tech packs, including: measurement specs, tolerances, grading, fit photos, technical sketches and construction details in Flex PLM.
  • Vendor & Overseas Communication: Primary contact for factories on technical and fit compliance; resolves fit-related and construction issues with International Buying Office and factories to meet development and production timelines.
  • Quality & Fit Optimization: Enhances garment fit and quality by analyzing customer feedback, performing competitive research, and conducting block reviews.
  • Fit Sample Tracking & Logistics: track vendor-sent samples, open packages, log in received samples, set-up and send reoccurring fit invites, measure/prepare/steam samples prior to fitting, keep and maintain organized sample storage by season.

Qualifications:
Education
  • Degree in Technical Design, Fashion Design, or related field is preferred.

Experience
  • 3-5 years of Technical Design experience required.
  • Experience working with multiple channels: wholesale, discounters etc. is preferred.

Technical Skills
  • Deep knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, fabric performance, manufacturing process.
  • PLM systems experience (Flex PLM preferred), Adobe applications (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop), Microsoft Outlook, Teams and Excel. CLO 3D and Gerber software training is a plus.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, trained eye for proportion, balance and overall aesthetic.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills, especially important for vendor/factory correspondence.

Personal Attributes
  • Must exhibit executive presence and professionalism, demonstrating confidence and assertiveness in fit presentations.
  • Self-motivated professional with superior organizational skills, acute attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Big picture thinking, ability display resolution-oriented problem solving.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and open to feedback
  • Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple timelines
  • Team-oriented with a positive, collaborative mindset

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Pay Range
USD $75,900.00 - USD $138,000.00 /Yr.

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