Pattern Maker

Alexandra Grecco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

A bridal fashion company in New York is seeking a Pattern Maker to join their development team. The role involves drafting and modifying patterns for new garments, attending live fittings, and working collaboratively with the team. Ideal candidates have an associate degree in patternmaking or equivalent experience, along with 3-5 years in bridal or couture design. The position offers a salary between $70,000 to $80,000 annually and benefits including a 401k and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of patterns and modifications.
• 3-5 years of experience in bridal or couture design.

Responsibilities

• Draft patterns from sketches with technical details.
• Attend fittings and adjust patterns as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of the brand's pattern library.

Skills

Pattern understanding

Modification skills

Attention to detail

Draping techniques

Education

Associate degree in patternmaking

Tools

Gerber

Job description

Overview

Pattern Maker role at Alexandra Grecco. Alexandra Grecco Bridal is looking for a pattern maker to support our development team in our NYC studio by drafting patterns for new garments as well as revising and correcting patterns as pieces move toward production.

Responsibilities

• Take a design from a sketch on page to a pattern with accurate technical details, leveraging an expertise of the draping process;
• Attend live fittings in order to support development revisions and adjust patterns as needed;
• Modify patterns for made-to-measure orders;
• Creating mid-development mock-ups, as needed;
• Providing technical, pattern-specific support to the broader development team, working collaboratively with others;
• Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the brand’s pattern library;

Qualifications

• A strong understanding of patterns, pattern modifications, and fit notes,;
• Associate degree in patternmaking, technical design or equivalent professional experience;
• 3-5 years of bridal, couture, or womenswear technical design or patternmaking experience;
• Deep experience with the fabrics utilized in bridal or couture, including how such fabrics and grainlines affect construction;
• Experience with Gerber;

About Alexandra Grecco

Alexandra Grecco launched her namesake bridal line in the summer of 2014 with a collection of sophisticated gowns that paired her clean design aesthetic with high-quality fabrics and intricate hand-embroidery. The Alexandra Grecco name has become synonymous with the timeless and refined silhouettes that stem from Alexandra’s ethereal vision. The designer’s sensibilities cater to the less traditional bride who wants to feel like their most authentic self on their wedding day.

How to apply

To apply: Complete application form.

Job Details

• Job type: Full-time
• Compensation: $70,000 to $80,000 a year

Benefits

• 401k
• Paid time off

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Retail Apparel and Fashion