Tailor​/Seamstress

Tailor / Seamstress / Alterations Specialist

Pay: $25–$30 per hour + Tips
Job Type: Part-Time (Opportunity to Grow to Full-Time)
Location: Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY — In Person

Shopboy is a NYC-based tailor shop and curated retail space providing professional clothing alterations and garment repair services for men’s and women’s apparel. Our work ranges from suits and formal wear to denim, leather, knitwear, and specialty fabrics. All work is performed on-site by experienced tailoring professionals focused on craftsmanship and precision.

We are hiring an experienced Tailor / Seamstress / Alterations Specialist to support operations at our new Greenpoint location.

This role focuses on garment fitting, alterations, repairs, and customer interaction. Ideal candidates have deep hands‑on experience working with industrial sewing machines, fabric handling, and precision garment finishing.

• Conduct garment fittings and take accurate measurements
• Pin and mark clothing for alterations
• Perform professional clothing alterations including:
  • Hemming pants and skirts
  • Sleeve shortening
  • Waist adjustments
  • Original denim hems
  • Suit and formal wear alterations
  • Garment restructuring
• Repair garments (zippers, buttons, seams, linings)
• Hand sewing and finishing work
• Provide customer guidance on fit and styling
• Inspect finished garments for quality and accuracy
• Operate industrial sewing machines, sergers, and pressing equipment
• Maintain organized workspace and equipment

• 10+ years tailoring, seamstress, or alterations experience preferred
• Experience working with:
  • Industrial sewing machines
  • Hand stitching
  • Garment fitting
• Strong fabric knowledge (silk, wool, denim, leather, lace)
• High attention to detail and craftsmanship standards
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Flexible scheduling
• 7-hour shifts
• Tips

Must reliably commute to or relocate to:
Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY 11222

In person