Freelance Pattern Maker - Dresses & Tailoring (Part-Time)

Phoenix Fashion Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Fashion Inc. is seeking a Freelance Pattern Maker to develop first-through-production patterns for knit and woven garments, with a focus on women's dresses and suiting.

Strong technical expertise and excellent fit understanding are essential to translate designs from sketches into production-ready patterns. You will drape, draft, and revise patterns, participate in fit sessions, and prepare detailed construction notes for production.

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Fashion Design, Patternmaking, Apparel Production, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional patternmaking experience in contemporary, designer, or luxury apparel.
• Advanced knowledge of draping, flat patternmaking, grading, garment construction, and fitting.
• Proficiency in pattern digitizing software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and drape patterns from sketches, tech packs, and inspiration images while preserving designer intent.
• Develop first, sample, and production-ready patterns for knit and woven garments.
• Participate in fit sessions and implement pattern revisions based on feedback.
• Create made-to-measure and custom garments per client specs.
• Prepare production-ready patterns with seam allowances, notches, and grading details.
• Maintain tech packs with specs, trims, materials, and fit notes.

Skills

Patternmaking

Draping

Flat patternmaking

Grading

Fitting

Time management

Multitasking

Collaboration

Education

Fashion Patternmaking degree or certification

Tools

Pattern digitizing software

Job description

Phoenix Fashion Inc. is seeking a Freelance Pattern Maker to develop first-through-production patterns for knit and woven garments, with a focus on women's dresses and suiting.

Strong technical expertise and excellent fit understanding are essential to translate designs from sketches into production-ready patterns. You will drape, draft, and revise patterns, participate in fit sessions, and prepare detailed construction notes for production.