VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK
For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.
WORK TYPE: Full Time/ Remote
LOCATION DETAILS: Remote; Candidates based in DFW given pre
WORK HOURS: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
The 3D CAD Technical Designer position encompasses functions ranging from initial PLM tech pack set up, maintaining 3D block library, and fit session approvals. This position will attend all fittings with a hands-on approach to offer pattern and construction expertise to aid in appropriate design to manufacturing solutions. You will work cross functionally with internal departments (Design, Product Development, Raw Materials, Patterns) to identify product accountabilities and requirements. You will be joining a fast-paced team of creative and energetic individuals with a goal to work towards a digital expansion in our various apparel categories. The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter who is passionate about our wide range of product, company philosophy, and culture.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Participate in physical & digital fittings with well-informed fit recommendations to ensure garments follow established fit, construction, and quality standards.
- Collaborating with cross-functional departments to execute design vision and fit intent.
- Partner closely with Design and Product Development to initiate development specifications.
- Creating accurate specifications packages including sketch construction details, base size specifications, and grading.
- Manage tracking and measurement records to achieve development deadlines.
- Responsible for keeping accurate, organized fit notes.
- Execute virtual garment process from development to final fit.
- Build and maintaining 3D block library.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite including Outlook & Excel, Adobe Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, PLM, and Corel
- Proficient in 3D software CLO, Browzwear, or similar 3D design software
- Strong garment construction, balance and fit, and pattern knowledge utilizing stretch and specialty fabrics
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and team player
- Must be highly motivated with excellent organizational skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and data accuracy
- Good time management skills with ability to set priorities
- Understand end to end product development process from concept to delivery
- Ability to multi-task and quickly adapt to change.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel/Technical Design
- Minimum of 3+ years of tech design experience in athletic/fitness apparel or custom apparel
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment. Largely a sedentary role with some filing requiring the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary. The ability to sit or stand for long periods through meetings and while operating office equipment, PC’s, laptop, telephone will be required.
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Please 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.
JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT
At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. 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.
OUR VALUES
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
OUR BENEFITS
We 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:
- Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
- HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
- Wellbeing Program
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
- Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Varsity Brands Ownership Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
- Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!
Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
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What We Do
Varsity Brands elevates the student experience- in Sport, Spirit, and Achievement.
We are BSN SPORTS, the recognized leader in athletic gear; Varsity Spirit, the driving force in spirit; and Herff Jones, the most trusted name in celebrating student milestones. We partner with educators, coaches, and students to build school pride, student engagement, and community spirit.
With a mission to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for young people, Varsity Brands elevates the student experience, promotes participation and celebrates achievement through three unique but interrelated businesses: BSN SPORTS, a Varsity Sport Brand; Varsity Spirit; and Herff Jones, A Varsity Achievement Brand. Together, these assets promote personal, school and community pride through their customizable products and programs to elementary and middle schools, high schools, and colleges and universities, as well as church organizations, professional and collegiate sports teams and corporations. Through its dedicated employees and independent representatives, Varsity Brands reaches its individual and institutional customers each year through competitions, camps and sales.
