Alexander Wang Temporary Patternmaker

Alexander Wang Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Alexander Wang Inc. in New York City is seeking a Temp Patternmaker to translate designers' sketches into precise patterns and guide sample development from concept to finished product.

The role requires expertise in digital patternmaking, draping or flat-pattern skills, and strong fabric knowledge, with the ability to communicate clearly under tight deadlines in a high-end fashion studio.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of patternmaking experience in high end designer brands.
• Proficiency in digital pattern making is required.
• Excellent draping and/or flat patternmaking skills.
• Strong fabric knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a high-pressure environment.
• Working knowledge of Gerber technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create patterns utilizing Design team's sketches as guides.
• Provide feedback and suggest alternatives to ensure sketch can be translated into a pattern.
• Ensure the overall vision and design details are interpreted correctly and realistically in samples.
• Creates and develops digital patterns to support design and product development processes.
• Advise sewers on necessary steps and techniques to create the sample accurately.
• Inspect finished samples to ensure pattern accuracy, advise on changes.

Skills

Patternmaking

Digital pattern making

Draping

Fabric knowledge

Communication

High-pressure environment

Gerber technology

Tools

Gerber Technology

Job description

Position Title: Temp - Patternmaker

Reporting to Title: Head of Design Studio & Atelier Operations

Pattern Expertise Required: Please send your profile if you have expertise in more than 3 of the following categories: Denim, Shirting, Casual/Outerwear, Cut & Sew, or Soft wovens.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and create patterns utilizing Design team's sketches as guides
• Provide feedback and suggest alternatives to ensure sketch can be translated into a pattern
• Ensure the overall vision and design details are interpreted correctly and realistically in samples
• Creates and develops digital patterns to support design and product development processes
• Advise sewers on necessary steps and techniques to create the sample accurately
• Inspect finished samples to ensure pattern accuracy, advise on changes

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

In compliance with the New York City salary transparency requirements, the hourly rate range is for this position is $60 to $65 per hour, commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills required.

Requirements

Position requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in patternmaking in high end, designer runway brands
• Proficiency in digital pattern making is required
• Excellent draping and/or flat patternmaking skills
• Strong fabric knowledge
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a high-pressure environment
• Working knowledge of Gerber technology
• Availability to work in our headquarters