PRODUCT DEVELOPER | GARMENT TECH - PART TIME - CONTRACT - FREELANCE
About Our Client
Our client is an established Australian fashion label renowned for its elevated resort wear—where contemporary design meets refined femininity. With four seasonal collections each year and exclusive capsules for leading U.S. retail partners, the brand is expanding globally and offers an exciting opportunity to join at a pivotal stage of growth.
The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Product Developer & Garment Technician to join the team. This role drives end-to-end product development—from concept and design through to sampling, fitting, production, and photoshoot execution. Working closely with the Director, Creative, Production, and Freelance teams, you’ll play a central role in shaping both core collections and exclusive international projects.
Key Responsibilities
Research seasonal trends, colour palettes, and mood boards in collaboration with the Creative Director and founder
Align each collection with product matrix, pricing architecture, and delivery timelines
Source and develop fabrics, trims, and prints, including exclusives for U.S. wholesale partners
Create detailed tech packs with technical sketches, measurement points, and specifications
Oversee proto development, lab dips, strike-offs, and supplier style allocation
Conduct fit sessions, provide accurate fit comments with supporting sketches/photos, and ensure garments meet quality standards
Maintain seasonal costing sheets and liaise with suppliers to achieve margin targets
Coordinate sample sets for e-commerce, sales, and photoshoots, ensuring alignment with the critical path
Support and guide interns and freelancers, ensuring project milestones are met
Assist with four annual photoshoots, supporting styling, sample prep, and on-set creative direction
About You
Minimum 5 years’ experience in product development and/or garment technology within fashion
Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, and fit
Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage offshore supplier relationships
Proficient in creating and managing tech packs with advanced attention to detail
Highly organised, collaborative, and comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines
Passionate about design and bringing elevated, feminine fashion to market
Why Join Our Client?
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a globally expanding fashion brand, blending creativity with technical expertise. You’ll work closely with leadership and play a hands-on role in shaping collections worn by women around the world.
If you're interested in hearing more about this position, please send your CV to jade@whointhezoo.com.au to organise a confidential chat.
Hiring Consultant: Jade
Job Code: 1102252
Please note that only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application.