Evening Gown & Cocktail Dress Seamstress – Alterations – Raymond, ME
About The Position
Join our network of independent alteration professionals specializing in evening and cocktail wear. This role involves altering various types of formal dresses, including evening gowns, cocktail dresses, and gala/black-tie dresses. The work includes tasks such as hemming, adjusting bodices/waists, straps, cups, and zippers. You will be expected to work with structured formal dresses that may have multiple layers, lace, beading, sequins, and linings. Key aspects of the role include conducting fittings, taking precise measurements, and clearly communicating timelines to clients. Delivering high-quality finishing and maintaining an organized workspace suitable for fittings are also essential. Additionally, there may be requests for 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
- Machine + hand sewing proficiency
- Professional communication and customer service
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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