Pattern Maker - Men's & Women's Apparel
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Position: Full-Time, On-Site
About the Role
Cotton Citizen is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker specializing in contemporary men's and women's apparel to join our Los Angeles-based team.
The ideal candidate has extensive technical knowledge of garment construction, fit, and proportion, with the ability to independently develop and execute patterns from initial concept through final production. This is a hands-on role requiring expertise in Gerber pattern-making software, strong problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of both knit and woven fabrications.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently develop and execute patterns for men's and women's apparel, from initial development through production.
- Create accurate first patterns from design sketches, reference samples, and technical specifications using Gerber software.
- Lead fittings, evaluate garment fit and construction, and make necessary pattern adjustments to achieve intended silhouettes.
- Develop patterns across a variety of fabrications, including jersey, rib knits, French terry, woven cotton, denim, and specialty fabrics.
- Manage pattern revisions, grading, and production specifications to ensure consistency across sizes and styles.
- Prepare and finalize production-ready patterns, including grading and marker development as needed.
- Work closely with design, sample-making, and production teams to resolve fit, construction, and manufacturing challenges.
- Account for fabric behavior, shrinkage, and garment-washing or dyeing processes during pattern development.
- Ensure patterns meet quality standards while supporting efficient manufacturing and production.
- Maintain accurate and organized digital pattern files, specifications, and revision histories.
- Independently manage multiple styles and development timelines while meeting production deadlines.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of professional pattern-making experience, preferably in contemporary or premium apparel.
- Demonstrated experience developing patterns for both men's and women's collections.
- Advanced proficiency in Gerber pattern-making software is required.
- Strong experience in both development and production pattern making, including grading and marker making.
- Comprehensive understanding of garment construction, fit, measurements, and production processes.
- Extensive experience working with knit and woven fabrics.
- Ability to independently interpret designs, troubleshoot technical challenges, and deliver production-ready patterns.
- Strong understanding of fabric shrinkage, garment washing, and dyeing processes preferred.
- Experience working with domestic apparel manufacturing and production teams.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects independently.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a highly skilled, self-sufficient pattern maker with a strong technical foundation and a refined understanding of contemporary fashion.
The ideal candidate understands the importance of fit, proportion, and construction, and can translate design direction into accurate, production-ready garments. They are equally comfortable developing new silhouettes and refining existing styles, with the ability to take full ownership of the pattern-making process from start to finish.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, relevant experience, and examples of previous pattern-making work, if available.
About COTTONCITIZEN:
Founded in 2012, COTTONCITIZEN is a contemporary fashion brand known for reimagining foundational wardrobe staples with premium cotton fabrics, unique wash treatments, and ever-changing color stories, all woven together through our exceptional American craftsmanship.