Apparel Technical Designer
CA$5.5K - CA$70K/yr
American Tall is a thriving e-commerce brand, dedicated to producing world-class quality clothing for tall men, and women, up to 7'1. Founded by a father and son duo in 2015, the business has grown ...
American Tall
4 jobs near Columbus, OH
Apparel Technical Designer
CA$5.5K - CA$70K/yr
American Tall is a thriving e-commerce brand, dedicated to producing world-class quality clothing for tall men, and women, up to 7'1. Founded by a father and son duo in 2015, the business has grown ...
Backed by the team behind American Tall, we are entering a category we believe has been overlooked for far too long. Customers deserve better products, a stronger brand, and an exceptional experience.
Backed by the team behind American Tall, we are entering a category we believe has been overlooked for far too long. Customers deserve better products, a stronger brand, and an exceptional experience.
Founding Ecommerce Lead - New Brand
Mississauga, ON · On-site +1
We are building a new direct-to-consumer apparel brand launching in Spring 2027. Backed by a team that's done it before, we're entering a category we believe has been overlooked for far too long.
Founding Ecommerce Lead - New Brand
Mississauga, ON · On-site +1
We are building a new direct-to-consumer apparel brand launching in Spring 2027. Backed by a team that's done it before, we're entering a category we believe has been overlooked for far too long.
We are building a new direct-to-consumer apparel brand launching in Spring 2027. Backed by a team that's done it before, we're entering a category we believe has been overlooked for far too long.
We are building a new direct-to-consumer apparel brand launching in Spring 2027. Backed by a team that's done it before, we're entering a category we believe has been overlooked for far too long.
CA$5.5K - CA$70K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 13 days ago
Job description
American Tall is a thriving e-commerce brand, dedicated to producing world-class quality clothing for tall men, and women, up to 7'1. Founded by a father and son duo in 2015, the business has grown to a level that seemed almost unimaginable just a few years ago and is now a leading brand in the tall community. The growth can be attributed to the excellent leadership team and family values that drive the business - respect, passion, support, and empowerment.
We believe the best ideas come from a diverse group of people. This is a special opportunity to join an innovative business with tremendous upside, and a work culture built on the foundation of respect, inclusiveness, and continued learning.
The Role:
The Apparel Technical Designer will execute the vision, assist in the technical design and line sketching process, and collaborate with product developers, merchandisers, and designers to visualize and conceptualize American Tall collections. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of 3D sketching, print, and pattern creation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Product Understanding & Ideation. Assist in conceptualizing new collections with the merchandising team under the direction of the Design Director and Merchandising Director. Research style and trend elements, under the guidance of the Design Director.
- CAD Creation for New Product Assortments. Create and update detailed CADs for upcoming collections to ensure accurate communication of design intent, in all colours and print/pattern options. Update CADS throughout the design and PD journey and represent the current version of the style, amidst modifications and/or style changes.
- Print, Pattern, and AOP execution. Create digital prints, patterns, and AOPs under the precise guidance of the design director and merchandising team.
- Collection Overview Boards (Physical & Digital). Create, organize, update, and follow-up on style and collection overview boards, both physically and digitally, for internal presentations and team reviews.
- Other Departmental Collection Documentation. Create documents or style guides, both physically and digitally, for internal presentations and team reviews, in direct collaboration with the merchandising team.
- Sample Fittings. Follow the flow of samples through market fitting to development fitting, all the way to size set fitting, record any changes made to the styles and represent them in our overview boards, both physically and digitally, in direct collaboration with the Technical Development Manager, Design Director, and PD Team.
Experience, Education and Designations
- College or Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in technical design, preferably in a specialty-size market.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
- Strong understanding of garment construction, pattern making, and fit.
- Experience incorporating AI frameworks or tools into the design process
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Good attitude and team player
Compensation and Benefits
At American Tall, we take pride in taking care of our employees and strive to create an environment where you can flourish. When you join our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional development.
Our Compensation Philosophy
We are a meritocracy and believe in rewarding impact, accountability, and strong performance. Our compensation approach is designed to be fair, consistent, and aligned with the scope and responsibilities of each role, while supporting the attraction and retention of high-performers.
The typical hiring range for this position is $55,00 - $70,000 annually. Final compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, and demonstrated capabilities, as well as internal equity and total rewards considerations.
Why Join Us?
At American Tall, we take care of our employees and strive to create an environment where you can flourish. When you join our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional development.
Healthy Lunch Program (onsite only): Enjoy delicious and nutritious meals curated by our personal chef, promoting a healthy lifestyle. Meals are $2 a day and all proceeds go to charity. Vegan and gluten free options are available.
Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work and dedication are rewarded with an annual bonus, reflecting your contributions to our success.
RRSP Matching: Plan for your future with our RRSP matching program, helping you build your retirement savings.
Health Benefits: We offer comprehensive health benefits for both single employees and
families, ensuring you and your loved ones are well taken care of.
Tuition Reimbursement Program: We support professional development. We will reimburse up to $1000 a year for courses taken outside of work to further develop your skills.
Generous Vacation Package: We value work-life balance and offer a generous vacation package, complete with additional gifted days off to give you the time off you deserve.
Professional Headshots: Start your journey with us on the right foot! All new hires on site are invited to receive a professional photoshoot to capture their best side.
Community Engagement: We are committed to giving back. Our lunch program supports philanthropic initiatives that benefit the community.
Office Celebrations & Social Events: Experience the joy of working in a vibrant environment with regular office celebrations and in-person socials to connect with your colleagues.
Flexible Work Hours: We understand the importance of flexibility and offer work hours that can accommodate your personal schedule when needed.
Referral Program: Help us grow our team! Receive rewards through our referral program when you bring in great talent.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy a 50% discount on our entire online collection.
Accommodations and Accessibility:
American Tall provides employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this on your application and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions, or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at [email protected]
Inclusion:
At American Tall, we are committed to building an environment where everyone feels included, valued, and heard. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are an important part of our everyday work, and it is our belief that they enable us to reach our goal of providing excellent quality and care in our products. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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