Pattern Maker and Cutting Specialist

Leah Da Gloria; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leah Da Gloria is seeking a Patternmaker & Cutting specialist to translate design concepts into impeccably fitted patterns and prepare garments for production with precision and efficiency.

You will work closely with designers, fittings, and production teams to create custom client toiles, develop collection samples, and produce accurate patterns that uphold the brand's renowned fit and luxury standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in bridal or couture patternmaking.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit and proportion.
• Ability to interpret sketches, fittings and technical feedback.
• Advanced proficiency in Style CAD or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Interpret designer sketches to create custom client toiles tailored to individual body types.
• Map precise proportions, seam lines and design details to achieve a flattering fit.
• Interpret markings and fittings amendments and implement necessary changes.
• Develop all toiles for new collection designs from initial sketches.
• Create, amend and maintain paper patterns using Style CAD or equivalent software.
• Grade patterns across size ranges and maintain a pattern library.
• Cut garments efficiently using fabric scissors and electric cutting tools.
• Ensure seamless handover from pattern to garment with production teams.

Skills

Patternmaking

Pattern grading

Style CAD

Tools

Style CAD

Job description

The Patternmaker & Cutting specialist is responsible for translating design concepts into impeccably fitted patterns and preparing garments for production with precision and efficiency. This role works closely with designers, fittings, and production teams to create custom client toiles, develop collection samples, and produce accurate patterns that uphold the brand's renowned fit and luxury standards. The role also manages cutting of fabrics for production, ensuring technical accuracy and seamless workflow to the machinists.

Key responsibilities

Interpret designer sketches and concepts to create custom client toiles (calico samples) tailored to individual body types

Map precise proportions, seam lines, and design details to achieve a flattering, balanced fit

Interpret markings and pins from fittings and implement all necessary amendments

Develop all toiles for new collection designs from initial sketches

Complete detailed specification sheets for each style, including measurements, fabrications, fabric samples, construction notes, notions required, and fitting observations

Create, digitise, and amend paper patterns using Style CAD or equivalent software

Grade patterns across size ranges and maintain an organised digital and physical pattern library

Cut garments efficiently using fabric scissors and lay multiple layers of fabric for accuracy

Operate electric cutting tools for intricate patterns requiring multiple layers

Work closely with pattern team, designers, fittings, machinists, and production teams to ensure seamless handover from pattern to garment

About you

Extensive experience in bridal or couture patternmaking

Exceptional knowledge of garment construction, fit, and proportion

Skilled in interpreting sketches, fittings, and technical feedback

Advanced proficiency in Style CAD or similar digital patternmaking software

Strong hand and machine cutting skills, with expertise in multiple fabrics, including crinoline

Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and time management skills

Calm, collaborative, and highly organised, with a commitment to craftsmanship and luxury standards