Gregory Scott Arriola
Lead Technical Designer
Phone:
(828) 773-8517
Email:
City:
Winston-Salem, NC
A Bit About Me
As a Lead Technical Designer with over 8 years of experience, I specialize in delivering comprehensive technical execution throughout the apparel development process. My expertise lies in ensuring fit accuracy, adhering to standards, and mastering pattern grading. I have a track record of enhancing workflows and minimizing execution risks. As a collaborative leader and mentor, I thrive on partnering with cross-functional teams to elevate both product quality and team performance.
Work Experience
Kontoor Brands
Lead Technical Designer - Lee Mens
2018 - Present
Forever 21
Co-Store Manager
2011 - 2018
Ralph Lauren
Chaps Menswear Summer Design Intern
2015
• Lead end-to-end technical execution across seasonal apparel programs, ensuring accurate fit, construction standards, and on-time pre-production readiness
• Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Merchandising, and Manufacturing to align design intent, feasibility, cost targets, and execution decisions
• Own standardized fit libraries, core blocks, and 3D digital assets to drive consistency, accuracy, and production readiness across categories
• Serve as escalation point and technical liaison for complex fit and construction challenges while mentoring and developing technical design talent
• Led high-volume retail operations with consistent focus on execution, efficiency, and team development
• Trained and managed leadership and associate teams to improve productivity and sales performance
• Executed seasonal floor sets, inventory control, and loss-prevention initiatives
• Supported woven and knit design development through sample tracking, technical files, and PLM data management
• Assisted with fit evaluations, construction feedback, and seasonal presentation boards
