Temp Senior Patternmaker – Digital & Gerber (Luxury Fashion)

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

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.