TAILOR

Job Title: Tailor Location: [Ikeja, Lagos, NG] Job Type: Full-Time Department: Production/Atelier Reports To: Head Tailor or Studio Manager Job Summary: The Tailor in our haute couture fashion house is tasked with the meticulous assembly and finishing of garments that epitomize luxury, precision, and artistic expression. This role requires an exceptional level of skill in sewing, fitting, and altering garments to ensure they meet the unparalleled standards of haute couture. Key Responsibilities: • Garment Construction: Hand-sew and machine-sew garments with precision, ensuring each piece reflects the design's intended fit, drape, and detail. • Fitting and Alterations: Conduct fittings with clients or models, making precise alterations to achieve perfect fit and silhouette. • Detail Work: Perform intricate handwork like embroidery, beading, or lace application, which are hallmarks of haute couture. • Quality Control: Inspect work continuously to maintain the highest quality standards, spotting and correcting any imperfections. • Pattern Realization: Work closely with Pattern Makers to bring sketches to life, ensuring accuracy in pattern translation to fabric. • Collaboration: Coordinate with designers, pattern makers, and other tailors to ensure consistency and excellence in every piece. • Maintenance and Repair: Handle maintenance or repair of couture pieces post-production or for returning clients. • Innovation: Stay informed about new sewing techniques and materials relevant to couture, potentially innovating methods to enhance garment quality or uniqueness. Qualifications: • Education: o Formal training in tailoring, sewing, or fashion from a recognized institution is highly desirable. • Experience: o At least 5 years of experience in high-end tailoring or couture sewing. o Prior work in a luxury or haute couture setting would be advantageous. • Skills: o Mastery over various sewing techniques, both hand and machine. o Profound knowledge of fabric behavior, sewing with delicate materials, and garment construction. o Excellent eye for detail, with an ability to work with minute, complex elements. o Skill in fitting and altering garments to achieve custom fits. • Soft Skills: o Patience for meticulous work and the ability to concentrate for long periods. o Good communication skills for client interactions during fittings. o Teamwork and the ability to collaborate with creative personnel. o Adaptability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining quality. Additional Requirements: • Portfolio: Applicants should provide a portfolio showcasing their tailoring work, particularly any bespoke or couture pieces. • Tools: Must own or be familiar with using high-end sewing equipment and tools. Working Conditions: • Studio-based work environment with potential travel for client fittings or fashion events. • Requires flexibility for long hours, especially during peak seasons like before major fashion shows. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and portfolio to [CAREERS@MARVEE.ORG or application portal]. The portfolio should include examples of complex tailoring and finishing work. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.