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1st through Production Patternmaker

PRTNR Recruiting

  • Los Angeles, California
  • 12 days ago

    Highlights

    This is a hands-on role for someone who can translate a designer’s sketch into a well-executed first pattern, lead the fit process, and carry approved styles through to production. Collaborative communicator who works well with designers, technical designers, production teams, and sample operators.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLos Angeles, California
    Websitehttps://www.prtnrrecruiting.com

    Description

    A high-end luxury ready-to-wear brand is seeking an experienced First to Production Patternmaker to join its team. This is a hands-on role for someone who can translate a designer’s sketch into a well-executed first pattern, lead the fit process, and carry approved styles through to production.

    The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, an exceptional eye for proportion and garment construction, and enjoys collaborating closely with Design, Technical Design, Production, and sample operators.

    In office Monday - Friday

    RESPONSIBILITES

    • Partner with the Design team to interpret sketches and bring concepts to life through first patterns.
    • Create first patterns by hand and/or using Gerber software.
    • Attend and actively participate in fit sessions; fit samples on models alongside the Design and Technical teams.
    • Make pattern corrections and revisions based on fit comments, design direction, and construction needs.
    • Follow approved fit changes through final production, ensuring patterns are accurate and consistent throughout development.
    • Collaborate with sample operators to communicate pattern intent, construction details, and revisions.
    • Troubleshoot fit and construction issues with a solution-oriented, detail-focused approach.
    • Maintain accuracy, organization, and quality across all patterns and related development materials.

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Minimum 5 years of patternmaking experience within luxury, contemporary, or high-end ready-to-wear.
    • Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, pattern corrections, and production processes.
    • Ability to create first patterns by hand and/or in Gerber.
    • Experience fitting samples on live models and translating fit feedback into precise pattern revisions.
    • Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
    • Collaborative communicator who works well with designers, technical designers, production teams, and sample operators.

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