Fashion Studio Assistant (Student Worker)

Belmont University; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University in Nashville is seeking a part-time Fashion Studio Aide to assist students with sewing and patterning in lower-level courses. You will support faculty with class prep and help maintain industrial sewing machines and sergers during open studio times.

The role requires proficiency with industrial lockstitch machines, pattern construction knowledge, and professional conduct. Students must be able to work consistent days/times up to 5 hours per week during the semester.

Qualifications

• The student should be proficient at sewing on an industrial lockstitch machine and serger
• The student should have strong knowledge of clothing pattern design and construction
• The student should be observant, possess critical thinking skills, and have good judgement
• The student must be courteous, respectful, professional, responsible, trustworthy, and able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Act as a studio aid by assisting students with questions in lower-level courses that includes clothing construction and patterning
• Be alert to student needs and questions during open studio time
• Assist faculty members in Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising area with class preparation from cutting swatches and muslin
• Oversee basic machine maintenance such as replacing threads and needles of industrial sewing machines and sergers
• Keep fashion studio organized by putting away slopers and tools and upkeep of the classroom.

Skills

Sewing proficiency

Pattern design knowledge

Observant with critical thinking

Professionalism and independence

Education

Sophomore level or above

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Serger

Job description

Belmont University in Nashville is seeking a part-time Fashion Studio Aide to assist students with sewing and patterning in lower-level courses. You will support faculty with class prep and help maintain industrial sewing machines and sergers during open studio times.

The role requires proficiency with industrial lockstitch machines, pattern construction knowledge, and professional conduct. Students must be able to work consistent days/times up to 5 hours per week during the semester.