Fabric & Apparel Patternmakers
Also called:
Pattern Maker, Production Pattern Maker, Designer, Automatic Fabric Cutter (Autocutter)
What they do:
Draw and construct sets of precision master fabric patterns or layouts. May also mark and cut fabrics and apparel.
On the job, you would:
- Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
- Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
- Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
Engineering and Technology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
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Basic Skills
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
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Math
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
- choose the right type of math to solve a problem
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
- order or arrange things
- create new and original ideas
Hand and Finger Use
- put together small parts with your fingers
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People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Cooperation
- Attention to Detail
- Achievement/Effort
- Initiative
- Persistence
- Dependability
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Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
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some college or
associate's degree
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$38,650
per year, on average
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