Abadia أبـاديـا, a contemporary fashion house blending modern design with heritage craftsmanship, is seeking a Senior Pattern Master in Dubai to own the journey from design sketch to production-ready pattern, develop first patterns by hand, cut premium fabrics with precision, grade production patterns, mentor junior pattern makers, and safeguard fit and quality across every collection.
About the Company — Abadia’s Craft Philosophy
Brand Identity: Contemporary fashion house blending modern design with heritage craftsmanship
Core Values: Quality, timeless style, and responsible production
Regional Focus: Celebrating regional artisanship while appealing to a global audience
Studio Culture: Collaborative environment where creativity, precision, and detail are highly valued
Location: Based in the UAE, with a dedicated studio in Dubai’s Al Quoz 3
Career Impact & Craftsmanship Opportunity
Strategic Location: Dubai’s Al Quoz 3 — a creative and design production hub in the UAE
Technical Ownership: Lead the full pattern journey from sketch to production-ready garment
Mentorship Role: Guide and develop junior pattern makers within the studio
Career Growth: Shape block and fit standards for a growing contemporary fashion house
Position Overview
As Senior Pattern Master at Abadia, you own the journey from design sketch to production-ready pattern. You translate creative vision into precise, wearable garments, mentor junior pattern makers, and safeguard fit and quality across every collection. This role blends hands-on manual pattern cutting with technical grading, fitting sessions, and close collaboration with design and production teams.
Why This Role Matters: As Senior Pattern Master at Abadia, you shape every collection from first sketch to final fit, master manual pattern cutting and grading across the full size range, maximise premium fabric usage while minimising waste, build and maintain a lasting block and fit library, mentor the next generation of pattern makers, and work within a collaborative studio that values regional artisanship and global design appeal.
Key Responsibilities
Pattern Development & Manual Cutting
- Develop first patterns from design sketches and tech packs, by hand
- Cut premium fabrics with precision, maximising every metre and minimising wastage
- Create and grade production patterns across the full size range
Fit Sessions & Quality Assurance
- Attend fittings with the design team and drive corrections through to final approval
- Solve construction and fit challenges while protecting brand quality standards
- Safeguard fit and quality consistency across every collection
Block & Fit Library Management
- Build and maintain a consistent block and fit library for the brand
- Ensure long-term consistency in sizing, grading, and construction standards
Production & Supplier Collaboration
- Partner with production and suppliers to ensure patterns are correct and manufacturable
- Support the studio in translating design intent into production-ready outcomes
Mentorship & Team Leadership
- Mentor and review the work of junior pattern makers
- Uphold high standards of workmanship across the pattern-making team
- Contribute ideas and refine processes within a collaborative studio environment
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- 7+ years in pattern making, including senior or lead experience
- Experience mentoring or leading a small team
Essential Skills
- Mastery of manual pattern cutting and grading
- Deep understanding of garment construction, fit, and fabric behaviour
- Strong eye for detail and a high bar for finish quality
- Clear communicator who works well with design and production teams
About Abadia
Abadia أبـاديـا is a contemporary fashion house that blends modern design with heritage craftsmanship, with a strong focus on quality, timeless style, and responsible production. Based in the UAE, the brand fosters a collaborative studio environment in Dubai’s Al Quoz 3 where creativity, precision, and attention to detail are highly valued, celebrating regional artisanship while creating pieces that appeal to a global audience.
Career Excellence: Build a senior craftsmanship career within a collaborative studio that values heritage technique, precision, and creative contribution across every collection.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Pattern Makers: With 7+ years of manual cutting and grading expertise
- Lead Pattern Cutters: Experienced in mentoring junior pattern-making talent
- Garment Construction Experts: With a deep understanding of fit and fabric behaviour
- Fashion House Craftspeople: Seeking a role blending heritage technique with modern design
- Detail-Driven Professionals: Committed to precision, quality, and responsible production
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