SEAMSTRESS
Full or Part-time Seamstress (Alterations) Specialist Wanted
Ann Matthews Bridal is the premier bridal boutique located in the uptown area of Albuquerque, New
Mexico and is seeking an experienced Seamstress/Alterations specialist. Qualified individuals will have
extensive experience with all types of fabrics. Hand sewing skills, including embroidery, buttons,
beadwork etc. Must have the ability to operate industrial sewing machines; attention to detail and
understanding of technical aspects of constructing high-end garments.
The Alteration’s Specialist is responsible for completing all alteration fittings and sewing services
necessary to meet our customers’ needs. Garments include bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, flower girl
dresses, tuxedos, and special occasion formals like mother’s dresses, prom gowns, and homecoming
dresses. Specialist will also perform steaming and spot cleaning as needed to ensure the garments are
delivered to the customer in pristine condition. Must be highly organized, be on time and deliver a clean
product. The ideal candidate compliments and supports our exceptional customer service based culture.
Note that Ann Matthews Bridal staff handle all scheduling, work orders, and customer service issues
directly.
Our most successful Alterations Specialists are self-motivated individuals with outgoing personalities, and
excellent technical sewing and fitting skills. They love special occasion fashion and have expertise on
how to tailor a garment to ensure the best fit possible.
This is a position for an Independent Contractor. Candidates must be available to come to the store
location in Albuquerque to personally provide alterations fittings to our customers. Candidate must also
have their own equipment, supplies, and clean work studio (home studios are acceptable).
Interested candidates please call: 505-550-0134 (please leave message) or email resume to
annmatthewsbridal@icloud.com.
Job Type: ContractExperience: relevant 5 years (Preferred), must have at least 2 years of experience altering formal bridal gowns.
Contract Length: More than 1 year
Contract Renewal: Likely
Full Time Opportunity: Yes, part-time available as well
Work Location: Fittings onsite at Ann Matthews Bridal. Sewing at candidate’s own studio.