Dilara Findikoglu
Senior Pattern Cutter
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About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Pattern Cutter to join our team at Dilara Findikoglu. This is a unique opportunity to work across a diverse range of collections, including Made-to-Order, Couture, Ready-to-Wear, and Production. As part of our creative team, you will play a critical role in developing, finalising, and ensuring the accuracy of patterns for both private clients and bulk production.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the designer and studio team to create, develop, and amend patterns from initial sketches, reference samples, or archival blocks, ensuring design and production requirements are met.
- Prepare accurate and comprehensive patterns for manufacturing, including the application of seam allowances, notches, grain lines, and labels.
- Update technical packs with essential information such as size charts, trim sheets, fusing details, and other relevant specifications.
- Support the production team in ensuring that quality standards are upheld throughout the pattern development and production process.
- Participate in fittings, providing valuable insights and support in adjusting patterns for the desired fit and silhouette.
- Ensure all pattern packs are thoroughly cross-checked and updated, maintaining consistency and accuracy across all stages of production.
- Maintain an organised and efficient workflow, adhering to production and ensuring timely completion of tasks to meet project deadlines.
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Key Skills & Experience
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Pattern Cutter, Engineer, or Technician within a high-end or luxury fashion environment.
- Proficiency in draping is essential.
- Strong understanding of fit and body proportion, with the ability to adapt patterns to diverse body types.
- Knowledge of corsetry and experience with boning techniques is highly advantageous.
- Expertise in tailoring, gowns, and Haute Couture
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing schedules and priorities.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, creative studio environment.
- Attention to detail, with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of quality.
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Additional Information
- Based in London, with the flexibility to work additional hours during peak times in response to seasonal demands.
- A passion for the brand and an understanding of its design ethos is highly desirable.
- Full time preferred, 4 days minimum.
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