Pattern Maker

Job Description

Job Description

About Simplicity

For over 200 years, Simplicity Patterns Inc has inspired designers and makers to bring their visions to life. Now, we’re entering an exciting new era, and we’re honoring the Simplicity legacy while reimagining what’s possible for the next generation of creators.

Recently spun off from a larger holding group, Simplicity Patterns Inc is now independently owned by its leadership team - the same entrepreneurs who transformed Backstage from a legacy print publication into a profitable digital marketplace. Our brands include familiar and emerging names in the pattern making space, including Simplicity, McCall’s, Butterick, Vogue Patterns, KnowME, NEWLOOK, and burdastyle. Together, we’re investing in every aspect of the business : modernizing our technology, improving the infrastructure, and building a flat culture where good ideas win, initiative is rewarded, and talented people can make a real impact.

The Opportunity :

We are seeking an experienced Pattern Maker who wants to be part of the exciting and evolving legacy at Simplicity! You’ll be joining the Pattern Room Team - 7 Pattern Makers and 4 Dress Makers - in our on-site office in the NYC Garment District. We value creativity, collaboration, and strong communication, and we delight in constructing the blueprints that empower our customers to bring their garments to life.

As a Pattern Maker, your primary focus will be translating creative vision into precise, usable sewing patterns for our customer base. You’ll leverage your expertise in draping, sewing, and fabric behavior to create patterns that are intuitive, elegant, and technically sound. This is a hands-on role for someone who loves the craft of design, and who wants to help build solutions for the next generation of makers!

The Pattern Maker will be reporting to Simplicity’s Production Manager.

This is a full-time, non-exempt role with benefits. The salary range for this position is $21-$23 / hour.

How You’ll Make an Impact :

Interpreting design from spec sheets and line art to create accurate, easy-to-use home sewing patterns that align with approved fit and construction standards

Drafting preliminary patterns by hand or digitally using the approved staple, then translating those drafts into precise, well-balanced drapes

Creating and marking principal patterns from approved drapes with accurate seam lines, notches, grain lines, ease marks, gathering lines, pattern piece titles, and design numbers to ensure patterns are clear and intuitive for makers

Reviewing and validating patterns to confirm construction logic, usability, and alignment with design specifications

Leveraging sewing knowledge to anticipate construction challenges and proactively refine pattern solutions

Adapting your approach across different garment categories, brand aesthetics, and project needs while maintaining Simplicity’s quality standards

Collaborating closely with Designers, Technical teams, and peers to ensure patterns are production-ready and creatively aligned

Upholding a culture of craftsmanship, precision, and accountability by treating every pattern as a reflection of the brand

Who You Are :

A trained Pattern Maker with at least 2+ years’ experience creating patterns across multiple garment types (children’s, misses, men’s, women’s); experience with crafts or costumes is a plus

You have formal education or hands-on training in draping, flat patternmaking, and digital pattern development

An expert sewer with a deep understanding of fabric behavior, garment construction, and dress form dynamics

Detail-oriented; you take pride in clean execution, precise markings, and patterns that work exactly as intended

Technical, with strong proficiency with patternmaking software such as Lectra or Gerber (ASSYST experience a plus); you are equally comfortable working by hand and digitally

A clear communicator and collaborative teammate who enjoys working cross-functionally and contributing to shared creative goals

Flexible and adaptable, able to shift between projects, brand styles, and timelines without sacrificing quality

Personally invested in craftsmanship, you care deeply about fit, usability, and the end maker’s experience

Organized, thoughtful, and accountable, with a natural sense of ownership over your work and its outcomes

Why Simplicity :

Work directly with visionary leaders from Backstage.com, BCG, Cast & Crew, etc. who value innovation and initiative

Access to cutting-edge tools and platforms across every department

Thrive in a flat structure where your voice is heard and respected

Be part of revitalizing an iconic brand with a storied history

Grow in any direction you choose — operations, design, production, merchandising, or even c-suite paths. Dream big!

Maintain a fair work-life balance. We cherish time with our families (fur babies included!) and encourage you to do the same

Enjoy a vibrant, creative office in the heart of the NYC Garment District