Position
Faculty – Pattern Making & Garment Construction
Department
Fashion Design
Location
FIDA The Design School – Chennai

Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled and passionate Pattern Making & Garment Construction Faculty to train and mentor fashion design students in the practical aspects of pattern development, garment construction, and finishing techniques.
The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on industry knowledge and the ability to translate technical concepts into practical, student-friendly learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities
- Conduct practical and theory sessions on Pattern Making and Garment Construction.
- Teach students to develop patterns from basic blocks to advanced garment styles.
- Demonstrate pattern drafting, manipulation, grading, cutting, stitching, and garment assembly.
- Train students in taking accurate body measurements and developing garments according to individual measurements.
- Teach construction techniques for different garment categories, including women’s wear, men’s wear and contemporary garments.




- Guide students in understanding fabrics, grain lines, fabric behaviour, seam allowances, and garment fit.
- Demonstrate the correct usage and handling of industrial and domestic sewing machines.
- Train students in garment finishing techniques, including closures, collars, sleeves, pockets, waistbands, hems and other details.
- Conduct garment fittings and provide constructive feedback for corrections and alterations.
- Guide students through practical assignments, projects and portfolio development.
- Ensure students maintain proper documentation of patterns, samples, construction processes and finished garments.
- Evaluate student work based on technical accuracy, construction quality, fit, finishing and creativity.
- Keep students updated with contemporary garment construction techniques and industry practices.
- Maintain a structured and professional learning setting.
- Coordinate with other faculty member

📌 Fashion Designer Faculty (Chennai)
🏢 FIDA the Design School
📍 Chennai