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Lead Seamstress Tailor Full Time

Memphis, TN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Drives customer loyalty by making clientele calls to maximize appointments, builds and provides customer service. 80% for Bridal, 30% for Dress. * Floor Manager during peak sales times to offer fit ...

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Lead Bridal Seamstress - Full Time

Tucson, AZ

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Drives customer loyalty by making clientele calls to maximize appointments, builds and provides customer service. 80% for Bridal, 30% for Dress. * Floor Manager during peak sales times to offer fit ...

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Lead Seamstress Tailor

Macon, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Drives customer loyalty by making clientele calls to maximize appointments, builds and provides customer service. 80% for Bridal, 30% for Dress. * Floor Manager during peak sales times to offer fit ...

Popeyes on Lake Geneva

Kitchen Staff

Lake Geneva, WI

$600/wk

... house, making sure that food is cooked in the right order, quickly, and presented to the customer as beautifully as possible. 2. Make sure no orders are lost, forgotten or delayed. 3. Dress plates ...

Shelter Insurance

Total Loss Auto Adjuster

Topeka, KS

$23.27 - $28.84/hr

Requires excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills. * Superior skills in ... Vitality Wellness Program * "Dress for Your Day" Dress Code * Flexible Scheduling * And much more ...

The Kickin Chicken

Bartender

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

Bring your positive energetic personality to the Kickin' Chicken bar staff and start making money ... Uniform shirt casual dress. Yay shorts! Discounted meals. Insurance.

The Kickin Chicken

Bartender

Charleston, SC · On-site

Bring your positive energetic personality to the Kickin' Chicken bar staff and start making money ... Uniform shirt casual dress. Yay shorts! Discounted meals. Insurance.

MM International

Copy Center Clerk

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Dress Code: Business casual. COVID Requirements: None Driving: No Interview Type: In-Person * This position will involve working in the copy center making copies and doing finishing work. * The ...

The Kickin Chicken

Bartender

SC · On-site

Bring your positive energetic personality to the Kickin' Chicken bar staff and start making money ... Uniform shirt casual dress. Yay shorts! Discounted meals. Insurance.

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Lead preschool teacher

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

If you love singing, dancing, and making children smile, as well as keeping a schedule, following a dress code, and being on time, then this job is for you! Never a dull moment for the active, fun ...

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How much do dress making jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for dress making in the United States is $17.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dress Making vs Tailoring?

AspectDress MakingTailoring
Skills & CertificationsBasic sewing, pattern making, fabric knowledgeAdvanced sewing, fitting, pattern alteration, certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentWorkshops, fashion studios, individual clientsTailor shops, clothing stores, bespoke ateliers
Industry UsageFashion, costume design, custom dress creationFormal wear, suits, custom garments for clients

Dress Making involves creating garments like dresses and casual wear, focusing on design and basic sewing skills. Tailoring is more specialized, emphasizing precise fitting and alterations for formal and custom clothing. Both roles require sewing skills, but tailoring often involves advanced techniques and certifications. While they share work environments and industry usage, tailoring typically serves clients seeking custom-fitted garments, whereas dress making may cater to fashion or casual wear.

How much do dress makers earn?

Dress makers typically earn an average hourly wage ranging from $12 to $25, depending on experience, location, and skill level. Salaries can vary widely, with some earning more through custom work or working in high-end boutiques, and many dress makers work freelance or part-time schedules.

How much money does a dress maker make?

The average dress maker earns between $25,000 and $50,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and whether they work independently or for a company. Skilled dress makers with specialized techniques or a strong client base can earn higher incomes, especially if they run their own business. Compensation may also include tips and commissions for custom work.

How to become a dress maker?

To become a dress maker, you typically need to develop sewing skills through vocational training, apprenticeships, or self-study. Gaining experience with pattern making, fabric selection, and sewing machines is essential, and some dress makers pursue certifications or attend fashion design programs to enhance their skills and credibility.
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Lead Seamstress Tailor Full Time

dbi

Memphis, TN • On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Lead Alterations Specialist is responsible for completing all fittings and alterations to the high standards of David’s Bridal and reports to the Store Manager. S/he is responsible for exemplifying friendly, knowledgeable, and technical expertise and providing superior customer service. Lead Alterations Specialist is a member of the store team and demonstrate the value and qualities of the David’s Bridal brand. This role will report to the Store Manager
Essential Job Functions: 

  • Welcome all customers with genuine, and friendly enthusiasm over the phone and in person, communicates clearly and concisely adapting style to suit customers by problem solving, excellent phone skills and resolving conflict. Responds promptly to all customer questions by providing product and service information. 
  • Drives customer loyalty by making clientele calls to maximize appointments, builds and provides customer service. 80% for Bridal, 30% for Dress.
  • Floor Manager during peak sales times to offer fit and alterations consultations.
  • Assists stylists in closing sales by consulting with customers regarding gown fit and customization. Communicate how alterations can play an important role in perfecting the dress for her event in partnership with Alterations. Promote all alteration services and personalization options
  • Lead and oversee all alterations fittings, sewing, steaming, pressing and spot cleaning of garments to company standards.  
  • Maintains quality control guidelines and inspects all garments altered/steamed/pressed to verify pristine condition before final delivery to customer
  • Trains Alterations Specialists in fitting and sewing techniques
  • Ensures ongoing product education for all Alterations team members
  • Communicate daily sales goal achieved to Store Manager
  • Use all approved systems and processes to manage the customer’s flow to deliver a 5 Star Customer Experience
  • Maintain high dress code standards per her/himself per dress code

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time; reach for tools and objects with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk to and hear customers. The employee must occasionally lift to 25 pounds. The employee must be able to see up close and at a distance, as well as use peripheral vision and depth perception, and be able to look at, read, and use a computer and all other electronic devices for long periods of time.

Education & Credentials:

  • High School Diploma or degree.
  • Prior seeing experience required, preferably in bridal and/or special occasion production environment
  • 1-2 years prior retail experience in an apparel or specialty store environment
  • Prior experience with computerized POS system and ability to use one

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