Assistant Dressmaker

We are seeking an assistant dressmaker supports designers and tailors by preparing patterns, cutting fabric, sewing garments, and performing alterations. Duties include pinning, tacking, pressing seams, hand-sewing details like buttons or beading, and managing workshop tools. They ensure quality control, take measures, and assist in creating bespoke, high-quality garments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Sewing & Assembly: Using sewing machines or hand-sewing to assemble garment parts, including adding linings, fasteners, and trim.
• Garment Alterations & Repairs: Mending items, shortening hems, taking in seams, and adjusting clothing for the perfect fit.
• Pattern Preparation: Cutting fabric pieces based on patterns, transferring marks, and assisting with creating new patterns.
• Production Assistance: Pressing seams (underpressing), pinning/tacking pieces together for fittings, and preparing materials for the head dressmaker.
• Workshop Organization: Maintaining a clean and tidy workstation, cleaning/ironing garments, storing costumes, and ensuring tools are available.
• Customer Support: Measuring clients, assisting in fittings, and helping to select fabrics or styles.