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Seamstress Assistant Full Job Description
Position Summary:
The Seamstress Assistant for XclúJohn will play a crucial role in bringing the brand's vision to life by constructing garments, assisting with design development, and contributing to the creative process. This position offers a unique opportunity to work remotely while supporting a growing fashion brand, with responsibilities ranging from garment production to assisting with design sketches and packing orders. Initially, this role will be project-based, with flexible hours and piecework pay. Once the brand moves into a studio, the position may transition to an official part-time role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Garment Construction: Sew garments for custom orders, 1of1s and collections (RTW) using high-quality craftsmanship.
- Design Support: Assist with sketches, pattern adjustments, and creative ideation for new designs.
- Order Fulfillment: Help pack and fulfill orders as needed to support operations.
- Project Preparation: Coordinate with the Creative Director to understand project details and execute efficiently.
- Material Handling: Pick up and drop off fabrics, notions, and finished products during scheduled exchange days.
- In-Person Meetings: Attend mandatory in-person meetings up to two times per month to review productivity, test design work, and ensure alignment.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Piecework Pay: Compensation is based on the number of completed projects, with rates depending on complexity and intricacies. Piecework rates will always equate to a minimum of $20/hr & an average of $25/hr with the expectancy of efficiency and quality craftsmanship- we value ethical pay and take pride in not only pay transparency, but also being a small brand that pays appropriately according to the overall job market and Atlanta metro area.
- Hourly Pay Options: Earn additional hourly pay for assisting with order packing and other operational/logistical tasks (optional).
- Referral Bonus: Earn for every customer referral that results in a purchase.
Requirements:
- Must be based in Atlanta, GA.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Proven experience in sewing, garment construction, or related design work-portfolio.
- Ability to collaborate creatively while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines consistently.
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate with the Creative Director and team.
- Willingness to sign agreements, including:
- Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): To protect the confidentiality of XclúJohn’s designs and processes.
- Equipment Responsibility Agreement: To ensure accountability for the provided equipment. If equipment is lost or damaged due to negligence, the Seamstress Assistant will be held financially responsible.
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Conflict of Interest Agreement:
- If the Seamstress Assistant owns a personal brand or works elsewhere in sewing or designing, they must agree not to produce or share any designs that clearly replicate XclúJohn during employment and for a minimum 2-4 year period after their employment ends. This includes:
- Releasing similar designs under their own brand.
- Relaying or sharing designs with others for production or commercial purposes.
- Using our patterns in any way, shape or form.
- If the Seamstress Assistant owns a personal brand or works elsewhere in sewing or designing, they must agree not to produce or share any designs that clearly replicate XclúJohn during employment and for a minimum 2-4 year period after their employment ends. This includes:
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Work Environment:
- This position is worked out of our Atlanta atelier.
- Regular in-person meetings (averaging once a month, up to twice a month) are required for productivity reviews and testing design work for multi-order production.
- You are guaranteed a minimum base income per month ensuring minor supplemental financial security. Such information will be provided once we receive your interest & we feel you are a solid candidate for the role.
***Please forward your resume and portfolio to inquiry@xclujohn.com with the subject line as "Seamstress Assistant Candidate- YOUR NAME". Submissions without a portfolio or visual representation of experience/skill will automatically be dismissed.
Thank you.