Fit Model, Medium Men's Apparel (Independent Contractor) in Vancouver, British Columbia at Mountain Equipment Company
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Mountain Equipment Company
Vancouver, British Columbia, V5T 1B4, Canada
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Job Description
About MECAt MEC, we believe the transformative power of the outdoors makes us better humans and inspires us to do good for the planet. We are here to support everyone in getting active outside by connecting people with gear, advice, and confidence. Our Product team creates high-quality apparel that helps people get outside and enjoy the outdoors. Our Product team creates high-quality apparel that helps people get outside and enjoy the outdoors. We are looking for a Fit Model for Medium Men’s Apparel to support the development and fit evaluation of MEC apparel. This is not an employee role. This is an independent contractor opportunity with fit sessions scheduled on an as-needed basis at our Vancouver office. MEC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people feel respected, supported, and welcome. We encourage applications from people of all gender identities and expressions. Candidates will be considered based on how closely their body measurements align with the fit specifications required for this apparel category.
The RoleFit models play an important role in the apparel development process. In this role, you will help our Product Development, Design, and Technical Design teams evaluate the fit, comfort, movement, and performance of garments throughout the design and development cycle.
What You’ll Be DoingAs a MEC Fit Model, you will support fit sessions by:
Fit Specifications
We are looking for individuals whose body measurements closely align with our Medium Men’s Apparel fit standards, within a tolerance of approximately plus or minus ½ inch.The RoleFit models play an important role in the apparel development process. In this role, you will help our Product Development, Design, and Technical Design teams evaluate the fit, comfort, movement, and performance of garments throughout the design and development cycle.
What You’ll Be DoingAs a MEC Fit Model, you will support fit sessions by:
- Participating in apparel fit sessions with our Product Development, Design, and Technical Design teams.Trying on a variety of apparel products, including activewear, outerwear, base layers, and other technical garments.Changing garments throughout fit sessions as needed.Standing and moving for extended periods while garments are assessed.Providing clear and constructive feedback on fit, comfort, mobility, and garment performance.Supporting the product team in maintaining consistent fit standards across MEC apparel collections.Allowing photos to be taken during fit sessions for internal fit evaluation and documentation purposes only. Faces will be obscured or cropped to protect privacy.
Fit Specifications
Medium Men’s Apparel
- Height: 5'10"Chest circumference: 40"Natural waist circumference: 34½"Hip circumference: 39½"Inseam length, crotch to floor: 32"
What We’re Looking ForIn addition to matching the fit specifications, candidates should be:
- Comfortable standing for extended periods of time.Comfortable changing garments frequently during fit sessions.Comfortable providing feedback on garment fit, comfort, and mobility.Reliable, punctual, and able to communicate clearly with the product development team.Available for fit sessions on an ongoing, as-needed basis.Able to maintain body measurements within the required fit model specifications.
AvailabilityWe are looking for fit models who can be available on an ongoing basis for:
- 2 to 4 hours per session.Weekly or bi-weekly sessions, as needed.Ideally Tuesdays and Thursdays, based on current cross-functional team schedules.
Contractor DetailsThis is an independent contractor engagement. Successful candidates will submit invoices for completed fit sessions and will be responsible for any applicable taxes, business registration requirements, or other contractor obligations.The anticipated hourly rate range is $20 to $40 per hour. The exact rate will depend on the successful candidate’s relevant skills, experience, location and qualifications
How to Apply
Include the following in your application
- Your measurements:HeightChest, measured at the fullest circumference, keeping the tape under the arms and across the shoulder bladesNatural waist, measured at the narrowest circumference of the waist, often above the navel and higher than where pants sit on the bodyHip, measured at the fullest circumference while standing with feet togetherInseam, measured from crotch point straight to the floor while standing shoulder width apart
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Job Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, V5T 1B4, Canada
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