Details Report for:
51-6092.00 - Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
Draw and construct sets of precision master fabric patterns or layouts. May also mark and cut fabrics and apparel.
Sample of reported job titles: Automatic Fabric Cutter (Autocutter), Cutter, Designer, Fabric Cutter, Pattern Designer, Pattern Maker, Pattern Technician, Production Pattern Maker, Sewing Pattern Layout Technician, Technical Designer
Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings
Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Computer aided design CAD software — Gerber Technology AccuMark; PatternMaker
- Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
- Graphics or photo imaging software — Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator
; Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
- Office suite software — Microsoft Office
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.
Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Domestic clothing irons — Pressing irons
- Dressmakers ruler — Curve sticks; Hip curve rulers; See-through rulers; Yard sticks (see all 6 examples)
- Full body form or mannequin — Dress form mannequins
- Ironing boards
- Pattern cutting mats or boards — Pattern boards
- Pattern notcher — Sewing pattern notchers
- Punches or nail sets or drifts — Pattern punches; Screw punches
- Scissors — Paper scissors
- Seam gauge — Seam allowance gauges
- Seam ripper — Seam rippers
- Serrated pattern tracing wheel — Serrated sewing pattern tracing wheels
- Sewing machines — Industrial sewing machines
- Sewing needles
- Shears — Fabric shears; Pattern paper cutters
- Squares — L squares
- Straight pins — Steel straight pins
- Tape measures — Measuring tapes
- Utility knives — Round knives
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Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Design templates or patterns.
- Program equipment to perform production tasks.
- Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
- Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.
- Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
- Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
- Assemble garments or textile products.
- Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces.
- Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.
- Inspected printed materials or other images to verify quality.
- Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.
- Cut fabrics.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Title | Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed |
Education | Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. |
Related Experience | Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job. |
Job Training | Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations. |
Job Zone Examples | These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters, and medical assistants. |
SVP Range | (6.0 to < 7.0) |
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Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)
17-3011.00 | Architectural and Civil Drafters |
17-3012.00 | Electrical and Electronics Drafters |
17-3013.00 | Mechanical Drafters |
17-3022.00 | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
17-3031.00 | Surveying and Mapping Technicians |
27-1022.00 | Fashion Designers |
43-9031.00 | Desktop Publishers |
51-5111.00 | Prepress Technicians and Workers |
51-7031.00 | Model Makers, Wood |
Wages & Employment Trends
Median wages (2019) | $21.67 hourly, $45,070 annual |
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Employment (2019) | 6,000 employees |
Projected growth (2019-2029) | ![]() |
Projected job openings (2019-2029) | 600 |
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Top industries (2019) | Manufacturing (65% employed in this sector)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data
and 2019-2029 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.