Vivienne Westwood

General

• Create first patterns from design sketches, technical drawings and development briefs across bridal, evening wear and special projects
• Develop and maintain production-ready master patterns
• Produce toiles and prototype garments to support garment development and fit evaluation
• Amend and refine patterns following design reviews and fit sessions
• Attend fittings and provide technical solutions to achieve the desired silhouette, fit and construction
• Grade patterns across agreed size ranges
• Review graded patterns and size sets, resolving grading issues before production approval
• Work with Product Development and Production teams to ensure patterns are suitable for manufacturing
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation relating to garment construction, measurements and specifications
• Collaborate with internal and external manufacturers to resolve technical challenges during sampling and production
• Support quality assurance by reviewing construction methods, fit standards and production samples
• Accurately archive and maintain patterns, amendments and technical files
• Contribute to continuous improvement of pattern cutting, grading and development processes

Pattern Cutter, Grading Specialist