Careers
Atelier Studio Manager
Tailoress Atelier is small tailoring studio with onsite and offsite alterations. Based in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn we pride ourselves on a modern tailoring experience provided by a new generation of tailors with design in mind. Our studio spaces are designed for a private and personable experience. We have recently expanded and are searching for an experienced Studio Manager to lead our team of tailors and stitchers.
Responsibilities
Manage team of tailors and stitchers with ability to give instruction on how to execute alterations and guide through larger scale projects
Liase communications with fitting salon consultants
Maintain and update order list and daily operations
Takes pride in delivering garments and meticulously check work for quality/accuracy
Anticipate the needs of your tailoring team and clients, and feel committed to proactively creating a supportive environment for all
Thoughtfully managing workload
Communicating daily ongoings and future events
Ordering supplies and scheduling shopping
Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of garment construction, alterations, and patterning techniques
Experience leading garment/costume fittings
Ability to work with private client
Ability to work around all types of fabrics, trims, fibers
Knowledge of sewing terms, fabric types, and garment notions
Able to lead workflow and project budgets
Exceptional communication skills
Careful listener and an effective speaker/writer
Must be assertive and take initiative
Highly organized and active in completely short/long term tasks
10+ years of alteration, tailoring, custom experience required
2-3 years of management experience required
General computer skills
Proficiency in English and Spanish required
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Paid time off
Schedule:
M-F 10-7 / Agency Services on call during special seasons
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime
Bonus opportunities
Tips
Experience:
Tailoring: 10 years (Preferred)
Language:
English (Required), Spanish (plus)
Work Location: In person
fitting Consultant - Tailor
Tailoress Atelier is small tailoring studio with onsite and offsite alterations. Based in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn we pride ourselves on a modern tailoring experience provided by a new generation of tailors with design in mind. Our studio spaces are designed for a private and personable experience. We have recently expanded and are searching for an experienced fitting consultant to interact with our wonderful clientele.
Responsibilities
Prepare and execute client fittings
Interface with clients to determine best fit and present options at time with a design or economical approach
Enter/amend invoices with clear/concise notes and instructions
Maintain and update order list and daily operations
Updating and organizing our appointment calendars
Handling inbound/outbound garments from both locations
Thoughtfully managing workload
Communicating daily ongoings and future events
Ordering supplies and scheduling shopping trips
Execute quality basic alterations onsite with speed/accuracy
Qualifications
Exceptional communication skills
Careful listener and an effective speaker/writer
Must be assertive and take initiative
Understands how to treat clientele with understanding/compassion to build trustful client relationships effortlessly
Highly organized and active in completely short/long term tasks
Takes pride in delivering garments and meticulously check work for quality/accuracy
You can anticipate the needs of your tailoring team and clients, and feel committed to proactively creating a supportive environment for all
7-10 years of alteration tailoring experience required
2-3 years of general fitting experience required
1 year of fitting both mens and womens garments required
General computer and typing skills required
Proficiency in English required (multilingual a plus)
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
On call
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus opportunities
Tips
Experience:
Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
Location:
Brooklyn, NY 11206 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person