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It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions - BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit - and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.\nWORK TYPE: Hybrid\nLOCATION DETAILS: 14460 VARSITY BRANDS WAY, Farmers Branch, TX 75244\nPlease note: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must be able to work from the designated location without company-sponsored relocation\nWORK HOURS: M-F, 8-5p / 9-6p (Friday WFH)\nHOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT\nThe Apparel Technical Designer II independently leads the technical fit and specification development of assigned apparel products from design through production readiness. This role owns measurement integrity, leads product fittings, evaluates construction and fit risks, and provides technical recommendations that support product-release decisions.\nThe Apparel Technical Designer II partners directly with the integrated product team, vendors, pattern and sample makers, and Product Development leadership to resolve complex technical issues. The role serves as a subject-matter expert in garment fit, construction, and fabrics and ensures technical documents, drawings, and specifications are complete, accurate, and production-ready.\nWHAT YOU WILL DO\nOwn, perform, and record garment and accessory measurements to ensure alignment with approved product designs and fit specifications.\nLead and execute product fittings in collaboration with vendor partners; document decisions, required corrections, and accountability for follow-up actions.\nIndependently identify, evaluate, and resolve fit and construction concerns, ensuring specifications are updated before scheduled launches.\nConfirm product fit testing is complete and provide technical release recommendations through the established product-approval process. \nPartner directly with pattern and sample makers during design to confirm cut patterns, construction details, and required sampling are correct and complete. \nAdhere to Product Development and Product and Project calendars. \nCommunicate fit-session recaps, testing results, technical risks, and calendar delays to the integrated product team; escalate launch-impacting issues promptly. \nDevelop and maintain productive relationships with vendors and manufacturers, resolving complex technical fit and construction issues directly. \nEvaluate final products for technical fit, construction, and defect concerns and drive appropriate corrective action. \nMaintain a 24-hour turnaround time for comments. \nServe as a subject-matter expert on product fit, construction, and fabrics, providing technical guidance to cross-functional partners and less-experienced team members. \nQUALIFICATIONS\nKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES\nStrong technical knowledge of pattern making and garment construction. \nProficiency in CAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other relevant design software. \nStrong attention to detail, problem-solving, networking, decision-making, and time-management skills. \nDemonstrated ability to independently lead fit sessions, make technically sound recommendations, and work effectively as part of a cross-functional team. \nKnowledge of sublimation and team-sports apparel preferred. \nEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE\nBachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Product Development, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered. \n3+ years of progressively responsible apparel technical design experience, including independent fit-session leadership, technical specification ownership, and vendor-facing issue resolution. \nDemonstrated expertise in garment fit, measurements, patternmaking, construction, technical packages, and production-sample evaluation. \nAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and PLM systems; experience with CAD, Photoshop, and apparel fit/specification tools preferred. \nPortfolio demonstrating technical packages, fit/specification work, and complex garment-construction or fit problem-solving strongly preferred. \nNo certification required. Advanced training in apparel technical design, patternmaking, PLM, or garment fit is a plus. \nPhysical Demands and/or Work Environment\nThis role operates in a professional office environment and may require garment fittings, product inspections, and sample handling.\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.\nOUR VALUES\nService - We lead with heart. We champion community.\nPassion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.\nIntegrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.\nRespect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.\nInnovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.\nTransparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.\nOUR BENEFITS\nWe are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:\nComprehensive Health Care Benefits\nHSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities\nWellbeing Program\n401(k) plan with company matching\nCompany paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability\nGenerous My Time Off & Paid Holidays\nVarsity Brands Ownership Program\nEmployee Resource Groups\nAccess to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union\nSt. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities\nEmployee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!\nEligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law.\nVarsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. 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