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Patternmaker/stitcher
The Workroom Productions
Aug 2012 - Present (11 years 9 months)
• Adapted costume patterns based on new sizing specifications
Built costumes for a variety of professional performers including Blue Man Group, and US figure skater Ross Miner.
• Created patterns and constructed custom slipcovers, cushions, and window treatments pillows for interior design and editorial photography clients.
Collaborated with upholstery team to construct custom couches and ottomans and to reupholster antique pieces.
• Worked with a large variety of fabrics, sewing techniques and sewing equipment including cover stitch, pearl stitch, serger, safety stitch, blind hem and walking foot machines.
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Patternmaker/Stitcher
TenFab Design
Oct 2011 - Aug 2012 (10 months)
• Created patterns for custom fabric covers by draping or measuring and drafting based on customer specifications.
• Laid out, cut, and stitched frame covers for corporate displays and trade shows.
• Worked in a team environment in a fast-paced, deadline-driven industry.
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Alterations Manager
David's Bridal
Jan 2007 - Oct 2011 (4 years 9 months)
• Oversaw and executed bridal and special occaision gown alterations process from beginning to end including, consultation, fitting, stitching, quality control, presssing, and final fitting.
• Typically completed alterations on two to three wedding gowns or six to eight special occaision dresses per day.
• Consistently exceeded company productivity and revenue standards.
• Received praise from customers for excellent customer service.
• Maintained schedule and training to ensure that work was being done on time and of excellent quality.
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Patternmaker
Tempo Ballroom Dance Studio
Jan 2010 - Jan 2011 (1 year)
• Created patterns and samples based on sketches and discussions with studio owner
• Worked with stretch fabrics to determine appropriate fit and scaled patterns to different sizes (S-XL)
• Created detailed sewing instructions for other stitchers
Costume construction experience
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Implementation
Epic
Mar 2007 - Apr 2008 (1 year 1 month)
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Costume intern
McCarter Theatre Centre
Jan 2004 - Jan 2005 (1 year)
Cutting, stitching (including period costumes and outerwear), costume crafts, dyeing, distressing, assisting with fittings, wardrobe. Also spent one week of the internship assisting at Eric Winterling Costumes in New York.