Contract Sewist
essense designLenexa (KS)
About the role
Overview:
Essenseof Australiais an international bridal wholesaler with key offices based in Lenexa, Kansas, Perth, Australia, and Zug, Switzerland. Our organization alsooperatesinthe United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and New Zealand. We have been a global leader in bridal fashion for over 20yearsand our designs are currently soldinnearly 1,000stores worldwide. With innovative designs and a strong customer service approach, Essenseof Australiais a dynamic company that rewards excellence, drive, and collaboration.
Responsibilities:
The Role
We are seeking an experienced sewist to work on an hourly on-call/independent vendor basis. Must be available with relatively short notice (usually 1-3 days), though more advanced notice will be provided when available, to work within our headquarters in Lenexa, KS.
Qualifications:
The following sewing skills are required:
Key tasks will be to assist with bridal gown alteration and repairs.
Attention to detail, a sharp eye, and high-quality standards are a must. Quick turn-around is often required. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
The following sewing skills are required:
Replacing hanger and train loops
Sewing on and replacing buttons
General tacking-must know how to tack seamlessly and not have visible stitches
Replacing/changing boning
Adjusting bust cups
Sew lace motifs and lace placement adjustment
Remove stains, dirt, or water marks
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