Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
O*NET Code: 51-6052.00
Education Level
Zone 2 - Some Prep
High school + some training
Description
Design, make, alter, repair, or fit garments.
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💼 Also Known As
Alteration TailorAlterations and Tailor Shop FitterAlterations and Tailor Shop SewerAlterations AssociateAlterations ExpertAlterations SewerAlterations SpecialistAlterations TailorAppliquerBridal DesignerBridal Gown FitterCloth CutterClothing BushelerClothing CutterClothing Pattern DesignerCoat BasterCoat CutterCoat MakerCoat TailorCollar Cutter
⚡ Skills (4)
Time Management3/100
Active Listening3/100
Speaking3/100
Critical Thinking3/100
📚 Knowledge (0)
💪 Abilities (0)
🔧 Technologies & Tools (9)
🔥Google Docs
Word processing software
🔥Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheet software
🔥Microsoft Office software
Office suite software
🔥Microsoft Word
Word processing software
0ArbelSoft TailorMax
Point of sale POS software
0Bookkeeping software
Accounting software
0Garment design software
Computer aided design CAD software
0Inventory tracking software
Inventory management software
0Tailor Master
Customer relationship management CRM software
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