Free People is looking for an experienced Sample Sewer to help sew tailored woven top, jacket, and pant samples. In this Sample Sewer role you will work closely with the Creative Technical Director to sew samples for Design presentations and bulk prototyping. Patternmaking experience is preferred.
Requirements
- 5 years of professional sewing experience with wovens
- Knowledge of sewing different fabrics and weights, primarily woven fabrics, a variety of materials, with a focus on tailoring for jackets, outerwear, and bottoms
- Extensive experience in effectively and safely operating various sewing machines
- Ability to quickly sew and produce a sample from a paper pattern
- Knowledge of Pattern making and sewing construction preferred
- Able to read and understand Tech Packs
- High level of workmanship, attention to detail, with a sense of urgency, and sensitive to deadlines
- Strong communication skills to liaison with manager and designers
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- Employee Discounts
- Retirement Savings