Pattern Drafter (Women Wear) at Marvee

Reports To: Creative Director & Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The Pattern Maker at MARVEE is responsible for translating / interpreting design sketches from the creative team into wearable garments. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, creativity, and a profound understanding of garment construction to ensure each piece meets the high standards of haute couture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret Sketches: Transform designer's sketches into flat patterns, ensuring the vision is captured accurately in terms of fit, style, and detail.
• Pattern Development: Create first patterns and toiles (muslins) for fitting, adjusting patterns based on feedback from fittings to achieve perfect fit and silhouette.
• Prototyping: Oversee the creation of prototypes, ensuring each piece aligns with the brand’s quality standards.
• Grading: Adapt patterns to various sizes while maintaining the intended fit and proportions.
• Marker Making: Efficiently lay out patterns for cutting to minimize fabric waste, crucial in haute couture where materials are often exclusive and expensive.
• Collaboration: Work closely with designers, seamstresses, and tailors to refine patterns and solve construction problems.
• Technical Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of patterns, including any alterations, for future reference and production consistency.
• Innovation: Stay updated with the latest techniques in pattern making, including digital tools, while preserving traditional haute couture methods.

Qualifications:

• Education: A degree in Fashion Design, Pattern Making, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years in pattern making, with at least 2 years in haute couture or luxury fashion.
  • Proven experience with complex garment construction, particularly for women's wear.
• Skills:
  • Exceptional understanding of garment fit, balance, and drape.
  • Proficiency in both manual and digital pattern making tools (e.g., CAD systems like Lectra, Gerber, or TUKAcad).
  • Strong mathematical skills for grading and pattern adjustments.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, especially in tailoring and fit issues.
  • Precision in measurement and detail orientation.
  • Deep understanding of both the human form and fabric behaviour

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within a creative team.
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Creative stamina
• Creative thinking to offer innovative solutions to design challenges.

Additional Requirements:

• Portfolio: Candidates must provide a portfolio showcasing previous work, preferably including bespoke or couture pieces.
• Cultural Fit: Must align with the brand’s vision of luxury, uniqueness, and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Full time, Studio-based with possible travel for fittings, shows, or fabric sourcing.
• May require extended hours during peak seasons like fashion weeks or collection launches.

Salary Range:

NGN 200,000 - 350,000