Extensive experience of XX years in cutting out a pattern based on the pieces; using computer aided design and traditional hand-drawing methods to make up patterns; creating new pattern templates based on drawings and adjust existing patterns; draping pieces of material over a dummy and pin them to fit
Draping pieces of material over a dummy, shaping and pinning them around the ‘body’ until they fit correctly, then cutting out a pattern based on the pieces; altering and shaping flat, standard pattern ‘blocks’ into a style; modifying non-standard pattern ‘bases’ taken from the company’s pattern library
Substantial experience of pattern designing, layout, cutting and alteration; in-depth knowledge of draped and flat methods of pattern cutting; remarkable knowledge of clothing calculation, fabric measurement and garment construction; familiarity with working with design sketches and improving quality standards
Ability to maintain positive relationships with machinists, designers and clients ; capable to detect wrong patterns and amend them accordingly; good knowledge of garment construction and women’s wear fast fashion; good eye for detail, highly organized and with excellent communication skills
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Since MM YY | XYZ Ltd, Delhi | Pattern Cutter
Key Result Areas:
Obtain data from charts that specify modifications of master pattern dimensions necessary to produce patterns of various sizes; draw lines between reference points, producing outline of graded pattern
Position master pattern on paperboard and drafts reference points on paperboard to modify dimensions of master pattern, according to specification charts, using drafting instruments
Position master pattern in clamp of grading device and places paperboard under pattern
Turn knobs to set dial indicator at specified size and moves master pattern through series of reference points on paperboard; mark reference points on paperboard
Draw lines between reference points, producing outline of graded pattern
Mark location of notches in graded patterns that serve as guides for joining garment parts
Cut out graded patterns, using scissors, and marks garment size, sections, and style number on each pattern piece
Work closely with designers to create patterns and prototypes and have creative input as and when required
Responsible for manually producing patterns from designs
Work as part of a small creative team, across woven and jersey garments
Attend customer fit sessions and execute fitting reports
Work at a fast pace, in tune with a quick reaction, high volume environment
Key Highlights:
Any existing systems/ processes streamlined???? Results obtained????
Major assignments handled????
Any unique initiative taken to improve customer satisfaction level???? Any major accounts/clients handled???
Awards/appreciation letters received???? Other relevant achievements????
MM YY – MM YY | ABCD Ltd, Delhi | Pattern Cutter
Key Result Areas:
Determined various sizes and layouts of patterns, in an efficient manner
Marked and cut out pattern templates using sketches drawn by fashion designers
Prepared pattern templates for specified ranges of garment sizes
Checked pattern templates for conformance to specifications and quality standards
Used pattern cutting techniques for production and modification of patterns
Liaised with designer, sample machinist, fabric team and embroiders during pattern and cloth production
Draped, shaped, fitted and secured clothing material over a mannequin, properly
Created patterns for initial and fit samples according to customer requirements
Attended sample fitting sessions to determine any requirements for pattern alterations
Inspected and made alterations to non-standard pattern, as needed
Produced product patterns and supported bulk manufacturing of that product
Maintained strong professional relationships with designers, sample machinists and buying teams
Key Highlights:
Any existing systems/ processes streamlined???? Results obtained????
Major assignments handled????
Any unique initiative taken to improve customer satisfaction level???? Any major accounts/clients handled???
Awards/appreciation letters received???? Other relevant achievements????
EDUCATION
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BA from ABC College, Delhi
TECHNICAL PURVIEW
MS Office – Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Internet Applications
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth: 01st October 1981 | Languages Known: English & Hindi
