About Tipsy Elves
Tipsy Elves (www.tipsyelves.com) makes the world’s most extraordinary apparel to make your life more fun. Founded in 2011, Tipsy Elves makes clothing for a variety of holidays and occasions, including Halloween, Christmas, Independence Day, PRIDE, St. Patrick’s Day, as well as vacation-wear, ski apparel, and golf clothing. At Tipsy Elves, we believe that fun is something that everyone deserves to experience so we create products that transform and equip you for unforgettably fun moments. Tipsy Elves is headquartered in downtown San Diego, and with over $300 million in sales, it was recognized as one of San Diego's fastest-growing companies. Tipsy Elves has appeared on ABC's "Shark Tank" and "Beyond The Tank" in 2013, 2014 and 2015. Check out our press reel here:
www.tipsyelv.es/press-reel.
The Assistant Product Developer’s role is to assist all aspects of the production process while adhering to the production schedule. This includes creating and updating tech-packs, ensuring the sampling process stays on schedule, and working directly with the suppliers to relay all comments and approvals. This position reports to the Senior Director of Production.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Daily communication with factories on all product development related matters
- Create tech-packs and send sample requests to various overseas and domestic suppliers
- Take initiative with job duties and stay on top of design changes and sample chart timeline
- Organize samples as they come in and maintain organization of sample room
- Photograph all samples that come in and organize sample photo library
- Attend product review meetings to review samples
- Update tech-packs to reflect the changes made in meetings and communicate these to the supplier
- Finalize tech-packs to approved status as styles are approved with final photos and branding
- Create and update line sheets as needed
- Communicate with emails to both overseas and domestic suppliers
- Coordinate photoshoot sample orders with the marketing team and suppliers to ensure photoshoot samples come in on time
- Create and make revisions to garment sketches, artwork, and packaging as needed
- Research return information and create return analysis for product
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
- 1-2+ years relevant work experience
- Strong knowledge of garment construction and fabrics
- Advanced skill level of Illustrator and Photoshop
- Works well in a team atmosphere
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Works with a sense of urgency when necessary
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Drive to learn and grow in the position and company
BENEFITS:
- This is a full-time, permanent position expected to start the first week of August.
- Medical, dental, vision included
- 3 Weeks of PTO, 12 Paid Holidays off and time off between Christmas and New Year’s
- 401k with match available
- Flexible spending account available
- Free product allowance annually with additional gift discounts for friends/family
COMPENSATION:
- Starting salary is $23-26 an hour (based on experience and skill set)
- This is a hybrid position with 2-3 days in-person days required in our Downtown San Diego office.
- 40 hours/week
We would love to hear why you would make a great addition to our Tipsy Elves team!
Want to learn more? Check us out at www.tipsyelves.com
Tipsy Elves is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We understand the importance of safeguarding your information and maintaining your trust. If you have any questions regarding the handling of your personal information as a job applicant under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please contact us at jobs@tipsyelves.com.