Fitter Tailor

Fitter Tailor NYC, Roslyn Heights, NY & Greenwich, CT About Alts At Alts, we believe great tailoring is about more than making a garment fit. It’s about craftsmanship, confidence, and creating an experience that makes people feel ready for every moment that matters. Founded in New York City, Alts is a growing network of tailoring studios built around expert craftsmanship, thoughtful service, and modern convenience. Our teams work across menswear, womenswear, bridal, and specialty alterations, serving everyone from everyday clients to leading brands, stylists, and high-profile clientele. We’re looking for talented Fitter Tailors who bring technical expertise, a strong eye for detail, and a genuine passion for working with people. The Role As a Fitter Tailor, you’ll play an important role at the intersection of craftsmanship and client experience. You’ll work directly with clients during fittings, execute high-quality alterations, and partner closely with the Tailor Shop Manager and studio team to ensure every garment meets the Alts standard. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys both the precision of tailoring and the relationship-building that comes with helping a client feel confident in their garment. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a wide range of garments and fabrics while continuing to develop your technical skills within a collaborative, multi-studio tailoring environment. What You’ll Own Client Experience & Fittings • Conduct professional, thoughtful fittings in accordance with Alts fitting standards. • Create a warm, welcoming experience where every client feels heard, respected, and confident in our expertise. • Build meaningful relationships with clients, brands, stylists, and members of our partner community. • Clearly communicate garment recommendations, fit considerations, and alteration plans. • Partner with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless experience from fitting through final pickup. • Represent Alts with professionalism and confidence in every client interaction. Tailoring & Production • Execute high-quality alterations using industrial sewing machines and other tailoring equipment. • Work across menswear, womenswear, and bridal garments, with the opportunity to develop expertise in increasingly complex alterations. • Demonstrate strong technical judgment when working with delicate, structured, specialty, and difficult fabrics. • Meet individual production expectations while maintaining the quality and craftsmanship standards of Alts. • Complete garments accurately and efficiently while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. • Identify opportunities to improve your technical skills and expand your alteration capabilities. Quality, Accuracy & Studio Operations • Inspect your work carefully to ensure garments meet Alts quality standards before completion. • Communicate re-alterations and quality concerns promptly to the appropriate team members. • Accurately track and scan production throughout the day. • Partner with the front desk to ensure production information, garment status, and client expectations remain accurate. • Identify inefficiencies in workflow and proactively suggest solutions. • Support the Tailor Shop Manager and broader studio team in maintaining an organized, productive, and collaborative shop. What We’re Looking For You bring a combination of technical skill, professionalism, curiosity, and care. • Experienced: You have 7–10 years of professional alteration and tailoring experience. • Experienced Fitter: You have 2–3 years of fitting experience and at least 1 year of experience fitting both men's and women's garments. • Technically Skilled: You are confident operating sewing machines and executing a broad range of alterations. • Detail-Oriented: You take pride in precision and consistently check your work for quality and accuracy. • Client-Focused: You enjoy working directly with people and can translate technical tailoring knowledge into a clear, comfortable client experience. • Communicative: You listen carefully, communicate clearly, and know when to ask questions or seek another perspective. • Organized: You can manage your production, stay on top of priorities, and maintain an orderly workspace. • Collaborative: You understand that great tailoring is a team effort and actively contribute to the success of the studio. • Growth-Minded: You’re interested in continuing to develop your craft, expand your capabilities, and learn from the people around you. • Professional: You take ownership of your work, follow through on commitments, and represent yourself and Alts with integrity. • English proficiency required. How You’ll S.C.O.R.E. At Alts, our S.C.O.R.E. values define how we show up for our clients, our craft, and one another. Solve with Skill & Creativity Use your technical expertise and creativity to find the right solution for every garment, client, and challenge. Craft with Care Take pride in the details. Deliver work that reflects the skill, precision, and craftsmanship our clients trust us for. Own the Outcome Take responsibility for your work from fitting through completion. Follow through, communicate proactively, and make sure the job gets done right. Respect What Matters Treat every client, teammate, garment, and piece of craftsmanship with care and respect. Elevate Every Experience Bring warmth, professionalism, and confidence to every interaction so clients feel taken care of from the moment they walk through our doors. Why Alts At Alts, you’ll be part of a growing team of tailoring professionals who take pride in their craft and in the experience they create for every client. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented tailors and fitters, develop your skills across menswear, womenswear, bridal, and specialty alterations, and build relationships with a diverse range of clients, brands, and stylists. As Alts continues to grow, so do the opportunities to learn, develop your craft, take on new challenges, and build a long-term career in tailoring. We believe great talent should be supported and fairly rewarded through competitive compensation, benefits, ongoing training, thoughtful management, and meaningful opportunities for growth.