Evening Gown & Cocktail Dress Seamstress – Alterations – New Berlin, WI
About The Position
Join our network of independent alteration professionals specializing in evening and cocktail wear. You will be responsible for altering evening gowns, cocktail dresses, and gala/black-tie dresses. This includes tasks such as hemming, adjusting bodices and waists, altering straps, adding cups, and replacing zippers. You will also work with structured formal dresses that may have multiple layers, lace, beading, sequins, and linings. The role involves conducting fittings, taking precise measurements, and clearly communicating project timelines to clients. Maintaining an organized workspace suitable for fittings and delivering high-quality finishing are also key aspects of the position. Additionally, there are requests for alterations on wedding dresses, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses, suits, and other formalwear.
Requirements
- Experience with women's formalwear and/or evening wear alterations
- Strong garment construction knowledge
- Precision measuring skills
- Machine + hand sewing proficiency
- Professional communication and customer service skills
Responsibilities
- Alter evening gowns, cocktail dresses, and gala/black-tie dresses (hemming, bodice/waist, straps, cups, zippers)
- Work with structured formal dresses (multiple layers, lace, beading, sequins, linings)
- Conduct fittings, take precise measurements, and communicate timelines clearly
- Deliver high-quality finishing and maintain an organized workspace suitable for fittings
Benefits
- Work from home (independent contractor role)
- Local client requests provided through the platform
- Flexibility to accept the jobs that fit your schedule
- Opportunity to grow repeat clients and reviews through your profile
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
