Brooklyn-based luxury bridal designer, Samuelle Couture, seeking a skilled Studio Assistant and Sample Maker for immediate start. Part- time/ 2-3 days a week.

Studio Assistant:

•Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience

•Attention to detail and quality

•Interest in couture fashion- techniques and design

•Self motivated, resourceful, reliable, flexible,

•High level of skills in sewing/ hand detailing

•Pattern-making

•Knowledge of quality fabrics and working with them

•Experience in the fashion industry

Role would include:

•Being the general assistant to the designer/ head of the company

•Must be able to commit to long-term position

•Assisting in creating custom gowns for brides

•Assisting in making a new collection every year

•Sourcing fabrics/ trimmings/

•Over-seeing production and liaising with specialist sample houses in Manhattan,

•Some administrative duties

•Fittings and meetings with clients

•Overseeing interns/ freelance contractors.

Sample Maker Skills:

Must have minimum of 10 years experience in designer couture. Have a high level of skill with fine beautiful fabrics (predominantly silks) and display attention to fine detail in machine and hand sewing/ draping techniques. Must be able to work alongside the design team, with a high knowledge of garment construction. Must know how to drape, hand finish, press and machine sew, along with having good communication skills.

Role would include:

•Complete bridal gown in high quality using machine and hand sewing

•Work alongside the designer and patternmaker in design room

•Must be able to commit to long-term position

•Assisting in making new collection every year

•Bring knowledge and experience to assist the head designer

Please email resume and covering letter to sam@samuellecouture.com