Denim Patternmaker

Client Overview: 

Our client is an iconic private label creating popular apparel and accessories for every fashionista. Their cool, on-trend, and contemporary designs are applauded by the most stylish trendsetters.

Position Overview:

In this position, you would be responsible for drafting patterns and ensuring each pattern is carried through to final pattern. You would also be responsible for working with cross-functional teams and reviewing work prior to production.

Responsibilities:

• Draft first patterns and ensure each pattern is carried through from the designer’s sketch to final pattern; ensure patterns accommodate fabric, silhouette, and proportion
• Partner with sample sewers and work from tech pack comments and follow each action point to finalize the pattern for production
• Partner with cross-functional teams, communicate clearly, and ensure patterns achieve the desired finishing spec.
• Send sample and production patterns, final specifications, and sewing instructions to factories for development and production 
• Manage fittings, feedback, and pattern revisions; provide grading, pattern, and sewing support to external factories 
• Review and approve work prior to production and ensure work is aligned with amendments

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in fashion design or related field
• Extensive denim patternmaking experience