Freelance Pattern Cutter

Freelance Pattern Cutter

Job Description:

 A studio based role with daily communication with internal departments; Design, Atelier, Product Development (incl. Technical) and Production. To achieve Creative Director’s vision through pattern creation. Reporting into Pattern Cutting and Technical manager.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working closely with designers to create patterns and toiles Support Design in the development of product maintaining required aesthetic integrity Attendance of development, SMS and pre-production fitting Involvement in seeking resolutions to fit issues alongside technical team when required at SMS and PP fitting Amend patterns that are production friendly Costings using GERBER marker making module at send out stage Accurate measurement of pattern for send out and sealing Involvement of bespoke project – pattern creation to fitting with clients Involvement of re-costing process during development season.

Requirements:

• Attention to detail and good sketch interpretation skills Strong knowledge of pattern cutting, alteration and fit Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, who builds positive relationships both with internal and external contacts Keen organiser, ability to prioritise, manage multiple deadlines Degree level or similar 5+ years of experience as a pattern cutter 2+ years of experience of GERBER software V10 Experience of marker making and grading would be an advantage MS office skills