Bolutife Olanrewaju
Summary
Experienced Tailor with 6 years of expertise delivering eye-catching results using knowledge of current fashion trends and changing lines. Focused on producing high-quality alterations for everyday wear and special occasions. Proficient at selecting material to create stylish clothes with priority on quality and sense of urgency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tailor
Holly-Dam Fashion
Nigeria
07.2020 - Current
- Provided high-quality alteration and repairs for clothing and drapery.
- Created various clothing items such as shirts, and pants, ensuring that the company’s high standards were met.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized tailoring services and alterations.
- Communicated with customers and provided beneficial advice and knowledge to them.
- Promoted a positive working environment by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues and fostering a collaborative atmosphere among the team members.
- Managed inventory of fabric, threads, and other supplies to maintain adequate stock levels for timely project completion.
- Marked finished patterns with garment size, section and style information.
- Fit clothes on clients or mannequin models, pinning or tacking them as needed.
- Sew on fasteners and trims, and make buttonholes. Press seams, pleats, and other details to give clothing shape.
- Check for defects in textiles or skins and get materials ready for cutting.
- Modify completed clothing in accordance with client specifications.
Tailor
Chi Afrik Fashion Home
Nigeria
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Examined sketches, sample articles and design specifications to ascertain Number, shape and size of pattern parts.
- Drew outline of pattern parts using drafting instruments such as calipers, squares and straight and curved rules.
- Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled and sewed to create wearable garment.
- Took up and let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts.
- Repaired and replaced defective garment pockets, pocket flags and coat linings.
- Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled, and sewed to create wearable garment.
Tailor
Bolat Tailoring Company
Nigeria
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided high-quality alteration and repairs for clothing and drapery.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized tailoring services and alterations.
- Repaired and replaced defective garment pockets, pocket flags and coat linings.
- Developed customer trust by consistently delivering superior quality alterations and repairs within promised timelines.
- Maintained sewing machines and equipment, ensuring optimal performance for precise workmanship.
- Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled, and sewed to create wearable garment.
- Altered patterns to fit client requirements.
- Trained junior tailors in advanced sewing techniques, promoting skill development within the team.
- Created new garments based on established parameters or specific body measurements.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Banking And Finance
Olabisi Onabanjo University
10.2018
Secondary School -
Abeokuta Grammar School
07.2013
Primary School -
Paragon International Group of Schools
07.2007
Skills
- Repairs and Corrections
- Customer Satisfaction
- Garment Fittings
- Extensive Fabric Knowledge
- Tailoring and Accessorizing
- Pattern Cutting
- Sewing
- Superb attention to detail
Certification
- Tailor, Chi Afrik Fashion Home - June 2019 - May, 2020.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Tailor
Holly-Dam Fashion
07.2020 - Current
Tailor
Chi Afrik Fashion Home
07.2019 - 06.2020
Tailor
Bolat Tailoring Company
09.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor Of Science - Banking And Finance
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Secondary School -
Abeokuta Grammar School
Primary School -
Paragon International Group of Schools