Job Description
Meet the Owned Brand division of REVOLVE:
REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE’s family of brands includes their luxury offering, FORWARD by Elyse Walker, and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD and RAYE.
The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify a specific market niches, developing brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.
At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive.
Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren’t in a typical benefit package like hefty discount on items we carry – as in 50% or more off retail prices, free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.
To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE “corporate” lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.
Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?
The Sample Sewer will utilize his or her precise stitching and sewing skills to support the Design and Product Development Team in creating unique garments. This person will comprehend the REVOLVE Mainline RTW and Denim design process and garment construction. He or she must apply his or her extensive sewing experience and be very comfortable running many different sewing machines (such as: Single Needle, 3 and 5 Thread Overlock, Cover Stitch, Marrow, Blind Hem, Buttonhole) and pressing equipment. This is a permanent full time role for a candidate who can ensure accuracy and efficiency in their sewing skills that will thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Major Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Operate multiple sewing machines in a quick but safe manner
• Comprehend tech packs and sewing instructions
• Correctly sew fit samples, proto samples and SMS samples
• Prepare samples for fittings which can include duties like pressing
• Effectively meet deadlines set by the team
• Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Strong knowledge in garment construction in both knits and wovens
• Strong knowledge in measurement specifications
• Strong knowledge in sewing and stitching
• Understand patterns and its applications
• Efficient and quick in sewing skills
• Positive and dependable attitude that promotes a positive team environment
• Working independence but can also comprehend direction
• Willing to learn and flexible to change
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective time management and ability to stay organized
• Flexible and adaptable to a very fast-paced environment
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Minimum Qualifications:
• 10-15+ years experience working in a similar role
• Comprehend the garment industry (basic terminologies)
• Strong knowledge of the sewing machine and its applications
Preferred Qualifications
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. As a REVOLVE affiliated company we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.