Seamstress

KYHA Studios is seeking an experienced and passionate Sample Maker & Seamstress to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able sew pieces at a luxury couture level.

The successful candidate should also have a good understanding of garment construction and fabric properties - and be able to work with a variety of high end fabrics.

The main responsibilities of the role are creation of first PPS, sewing new collection samples and sewing red carpet gowns, hand finishing where required and hand beading.

If you love to create unique pieces and are excited to be part of a dynamic team, this is the job for you.

The successful candidate will enjoy:

• An industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision), PTO and merchandise discounts
• Excellent career development opportunities
• A work environment that reflects our values

KYHA Studios is a leader of uniquely designed bridal and event pieces across both the KYHA and Chosen by KYHA labels. Since its beginnings in Melbourne, Australia, over eleven years ago, KYHA and Chosen by KYHA pieces are now available in over 70 stockists around the world, online and, of course, at its flagship boutiques in Melbourne, Sydney and New York.

KYHA Studios is a values-led business, embodying these ways of working every day:

• Challenge Convention: We lead with innovation and the courage to defy traditions. We are always seeking to find new and better ways of doing things.
• Pursue Excellence: We stop at nothing short of extraordinary. Our commitment to quality and delighting our customers is uncompromising and sets us apart.
• Go Getters: Proactive, positive and energetic, we’re hungry for shared success. We face our challenges head on with optimism and persistence.
• Stronger Together: Collaboration brings us closer together, helps overcome challenges and allows us to learn from each other. We know that two (or more) heads is better than one.
• Everybody Counts: At our very core is inclusivity. We believe that in our differences is where the magic lies, both in our workplace and for our customers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Sewing: 5 years (Required)
• couture: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person