[Core] [65% incumbents] Remove stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades.
  DWAs: Repair textiles or apparel.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles. | Operate sewing equipment.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Let out or take in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Measure customers, using tape measures, and record measurements.
  DWAs: Measure clients to ensure proper product fit. | Record operational or production data.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations.
  DWAs: Measure clients to ensure proper product fit.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Assemble garment parts and join parts with basting stitches, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles. | Operate sewing equipment.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Take up or let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts, such as sleeves.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Repair or replace defective garment parts, such as pockets, zippers, snaps, buttons, and linings.
  DWAs: Repair textiles or apparel.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Press garments, using hand irons or pressing machines.
  DWAs: Smooth garments with irons, presses, or steamers.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Fit, alter, repair, and make made-to-measure clothing, according to customers' and clothing manufacturers' specifications and fit, and applying principles of garment design, construction, and styling.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles. | Repair textiles or apparel.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Position patterns of garment parts on fabric, and cut fabric along outlines, using scissors.
  DWAs: Cut fabrics. | Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Record required alterations and instructions on tags, and attach them to garments.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Confer with customers to determine types of material and garment styles desired.
  DWAs: Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Examine tags on garments to determine alterations that are needed.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Measure parts, such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pin-fold alteration lines.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Trim excess material, using scissors.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Make garment style changes, such as tapering pant legs, narrowing lapels, and adding or removing padding.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Estimate how much a garment will cost to make, based on factors such as time and material requirements.
  DWAs: Estimate costs of products, services, or materials.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Develop, copy, or adapt designs for garments, and design patterns to fit measurements, applying knowledge of garment design, construction, styling, and fabric.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Sew buttonholes and attach buttons to finish garments.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Maintain garment drape and proportions as alterations are performed.
  DWAs: Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Put in padding and shaping materials.
  DWAs: Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.05 lvl:4.70) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.56 lvl:3.57) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Production and Processing (imp:3.32 lvl:3.19) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Administration and Management (imp:3.19 lvl:3.28) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:3.16 lvl:2.84) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Design (imp:2.96 lvl:3.57) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mathematics (imp:2.95 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.76 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.73 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Administrative (imp:2.63 lvl:3.01) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Education and Training (imp:2.49 lvl:2.26) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Mechanical (imp:2.35 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.00 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Communications and Media (imp:1.98 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Psychology (imp:1.90) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.89 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.73 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Telecommunications (imp:1.63) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Foreign Language (imp:1.60) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Transportation (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Physics (imp:1.47) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Law and Government (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Chemistry (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Building and Construction (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Food Production (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.30 lvl:0.58) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.29) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Biology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an

--- ABILITIES ---
  Visualization (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Control Precision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Rate Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Far Vision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Reaction Time (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.82 lvl:4.43) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.57 lvl:4.36) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.55 lvl:3.93) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.33 lvl:3.85) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.24 lvl:3.81) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.19 lvl:3.59) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.15 lvl:2.82) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:3.05 lvl:2.41) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.03 lvl:3.27) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.03 lvl:3.31) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.94 lvl:2.69) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.89 lvl:2.85) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.88 lvl:2.58) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.83 lvl:1.95) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.75 lvl:2.26) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.68 lvl:2.96) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:2.66 lvl:2.48) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.58 lvl:2.97) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.51 lvl:1.70) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.46 lvl:2.22) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Processing Information (imp:2.46 lvl:2.44) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.46 lvl:1.35) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.31 lvl:2.19) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.31 lvl:2.24) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.30 lvl:1.07) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.28 lvl:1.81) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.21 lvl:1.01) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.16 lvl:1.42) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.15 lvl:2.48) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.11 lvl:1.44) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.00 lvl:1.61) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.99 lvl:2.02) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:1.98 lvl:1.50) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.92 lvl:1.13) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.88 lvl:1.08) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:1.85 lvl:1.52) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:1.63 lvl:1.22) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.56 lvl:1.02) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:1.40) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.25 lvl:0.47) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.07) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.63) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.16) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Perseverance (imp:1.18) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Innovation (imp:1.12) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.07) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.05) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.83) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Cooperation (imp:0.80) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:0.79) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.78) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Control (imp:0.70) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:0.67) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Adaptability (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.53) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Humility (imp:0.50) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.45) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:0.43) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.06) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.40) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 13,920
  annual_median    : $41,640
  annual_pct10     : $29,920
  annual_pct25     : $35,230
  annual_pct75     : $50,200
  annual_pct90     : $63,670
  annual_mean      : $45,140
  hourly_median    : $20.02

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New York ($60,210)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($23,190)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.596x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (43 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:    5,700  median: $  45,050
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    3,820  median: $  38,700
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,740  median: $  40,740
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,120  median: $  39,270
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:      270  median: $  46,460
  Information                              emp:      220  median: $ 105,420
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      200  median: $  42,860
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      170  median: $  40,580
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      110  median: $  41,740
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       90  median: $  42,090

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (12 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:    5,700  median: $  45,050
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    3,820  median: $  38,700
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,740  median: $  40,740
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,120  median: $  39,270
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:      270  median: $  46,460
  Information                              emp:      220  median: $ 105,420
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      200  median: $  42,860
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      170  median: $  40,580
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      110  median: $  41,740
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       90  median: $  42,090

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match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:14:55.179149Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Haute couture (similarity: 0.1538)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haute_couture
  QID: Q216053
  Extract: Haute couture is the creation of exclusive custom-fitted high-end fashion design. The term haute couture generally refers to a specific type of upper garment common in Europe during the 16th to the 18th century, or to the upper portion of a modern dress to distinguish it from the skirt and sleeves. 

  Title: Pattern (sewing) (similarity: 0.2545)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pattern_(sewing)
  QID: Q738168
  Extract: In sewing and fashion design, a pattern is the template from which the parts of a garment are traced onto woven or knitted fabric before being cut out and assembled. Patterns are usually made of paper, and are sometimes made of sturdier materials like paperboard or cardboard if they need to be more 

  Title: Glossary of sewing terms (similarity: 0.4762)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_sewing_terms
  QID: Q3772482
  Extract: Sewing is the craft of fastening or attaching objects using stitches made with needle and thread. Sewing is one of the oldest of the textile arts, arising in the Paleolithic Era. Although usually associated with clothing and household linens, sewing is used in a variety of crafts and industries, inc

  Title: Italian Americans (similarity: 0.3571)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_Americans
  QID: Q974693
  Extract: Italian Americans are Americans who have full or partial Italian ancestry. The largest concentrations of Italian Americans are in the urban Northeast and industrial Midwestern metropolitan areas, with significant communities also residing in many other major U.S. metropolitan areas.

  Title: Herschweiler-Pettersheim (similarity: 0.2540)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herschweiler-Pettersheim
  QID: Q563841
  Extract: Herschweiler-Pettersheim is an Ortsgemeinde – a municipality belonging to a Verbandsgemeinde, a kind of collective municipality – in the Kusel district in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It belongs to the Verbandsgemeinde of Oberes Glantal.

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET task data, clear wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025, and well-defined skill requirements. The occupation has distinct characteristics that differentiate it from related manufacturing roles.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:49:45.262805+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,661
tokens_output        : 4,591
cost_usd             : $0.051082
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though the Glossary of sewing terms provides relevant context about sewing craft fundamentals. Pattern (sewing) offers insight into the template-based approach used in garment construction.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers design, create, alter, and repair garments using precise hand-sewing techniques and machine operation. These skilled craftspeople work directly with customers to ensure proper fit through measurements, fittings, and detailed alterations. According to BLS OEWS May 2025, they earn a median annual wage of $41,640 with 13,920 employed nationwide.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves measuring customers using tape measures and recording their specifications for alterations or custom garments. They remove stitches from existing garments using rippers or razor blades, then let out or take in seams to achieve proper fit. Much of the workday is spent operating sewing machines and hand-sewing garments, assembling parts with basting stitches, and adjusting hems on sleeves and other garment components. They repair or replace defective parts like pockets, zippers, and buttons, then press finished garments using hand irons or pressing machines. Customer consultations require fitting garments and determining necessary modifications based on individual body measurements and preferences.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess exceptional finger dexterity and arm-hand steadiness, as precise manual work is essential for quality results. Strong visualization abilities help them envision how alterations will affect garment appearance and fit. They demonstrate high attention to detail and dependability, crucial traits when working with valuable clothing items and meeting customer expectations. Successful tailors combine artistic sensibility with practical problem-solving skills, enabling them to think creatively about garment construction while making sound decisions about alterations. Their RIASEC profile shows strong Realistic tendencies (5.88) with moderate Artistic interests (3.96), reflecting the blend of hands-on craftsmanship and creative design elements.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most tailors enter the field with a high school diploma (57.7%) or less formal education (16.9%), with significant numbers obtaining post-secondary certificates in fashion or textile programs (16.0%). Job Zone 2 classification indicates minimal formal preparation is required, though practical skills development is essential. Many learn through apprenticeships, on-the-job training, or specialized fashion programs that teach garment construction, pattern-making, and alteration techniques. Entry-level positions often begin in retail alteration shops or dry cleaning establishments.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced tailors may advance to supervisory roles in alteration shops or establish their own custom tailoring businesses. Career progression often leads toward specialization in high-end custom clothing, bridal wear, or theatrical costume design. Some transition into related roles such as fashion design, pattern-making, or textile manufacturing supervision. The combination of customer service skills and technical expertise can open pathways to retail management positions in clothing stores or fashion consulting roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 13,920 workers with a median annual wage of $41,640, ranging from $29,920 to $63,670 (BLS OEWS May 2025). Geographic wage variation is substantial, with New York offering the highest wages at $60,210 compared to Puerto Rico's $23,190, representing a 2.60x difference. Primary employment sectors include Retail Trade (5,700 workers), Other Services (3,820 workers), and Manufacturing (1,740 workers). The concentration in retail suggests strong demand for alteration services in clothing stores and dedicated alteration shops. Market demand remains steady due to the ongoing need for garment fitting and repair services, though employment may be affected by fast fashion trends and disposable clothing preferences.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This occupation faces low automation risk due to the highly tactile and creative nature of the work. Tasks requiring visualization, finger dexterity, and custom fitting cannot be easily replicated by machines. While industrial sewing operations have become increasingly automated, custom tailoring and alterations require human judgment for proper fit assessment and creative problem-solving that current technology cannot match.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Sewers, Hand (51-6051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve hand-sewing garments using needles and thread with shared finger dexterity and manual precision requirements.
    data: Finger Dexterity (imp:3.9, lvl:3.9)
    data: Sew garments, using needles and thread
  [knowledge_overlap] Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers (51-6092.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require Design knowledge and Production and Processing expertise for garment construction and modification.
    data: Design (imp:3.0, lvl:3.6)
    data: Production and Processing (imp:3.3, lvl:3.2)
  [skill_overlap] Sewing Machine Operators (51-6031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared machine operation skills and controlling machines and processes work activity with similar precision requirements.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.8, lvl:4.4)
    data: Operate sewing equipment
  [career_pathway] Fashion Designers (27-1022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Advanced tailors can transition to fashion design roles utilizing their garment construction knowledge and creative thinking abilities.
    data: Thinking Creatively (imp:3.5, lvl:3.9)
    data: Design knowledge
  [task_similarity] Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials (51-6021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve pressing garments using hand irons or pressing machines as part of garment finishing processes.
    data: Press garments, using hand irons or pressing machines
    data: Smooth garments with irons, presses, or steamers
  [riasec_cluster] Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers (51-6041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both have strong Realistic RIASEC profiles involving hands-on craftsmanship and repair of personal items.
    data: R:5.88 Realistic orientation
    data: Repair or replace defective garment parts
  [transferable_skill] Upholsterers (51-6093.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared requirements for finger dexterity, visualization abilities, and fabric manipulation skills.
    data: Finger Dexterity (imp:3.9, lvl:3.9)
    data: Visualization (imp:3.9, lvl:3.4)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['tailor', 'dressmaker', 'sewing', 'alterations', 'garment fitting', 'custom sewing', 'clothing repair', 'hemming']
  exclude_keywords : ['machine operator', 'industrial sewing', 'textile manufacturing', 'pattern design', 'fashion design']
  title_patterns   : ['Alteration Tailor', 'Alterations Specialist', 'Custom Sewer', 'Dressmaker', 'Clothing Alterations']
  common_variations: ['alteration tailor', 'custom tailor', 'seamstress', 'alterations expert', 'clothing alterations specialist', 'custom dressmaker', 'garment fitter', 'sewing specialist']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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others                     38  0.01333  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  27  0.00947  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:85%  dwas:15%
garment                    20  0.00702  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:30%  dwas:10%
materials                  18  0.00631  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 17  0.00596  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:94%  onet_tasks:6%
garments                   16  0.00561  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:56%  inference:38%  dwas:6%
sewing                     16  0.00561  inference            inference:44%  wikipedia:31%  onet_tasks:12%
design                     16  0.00561  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:19%
clothing                   15  0.00526  dwas                 dwas:47%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:13%
machines                   13  0.00456  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:23%  inference:23%
hand                       13  0.00456  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  inference:31%  onet_tasks:8%
techniques                 13  0.00456  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  inference:15%  wikipedia:8%
objects                    13  0.00456  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
includes                   12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
fit                        11  0.00386  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  inference:36%  dwas:18%
production                 11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  dwas:27%
ideas                      11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
customers                  10  0.00351  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:40%  onet_dimensions:30%  inference:20%
repair                     10  0.00351  dwas                 dwas:30%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:20%
services                   10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  dwas:10%
sew                         9  0.00316  dwas                 dwas:78%  onet_tasks:22%
alterations                 9  0.00316  inference            inference:56%  onet_tasks:44%
patterns                    9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:22%
problems                    9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
needed                      8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
legs                        8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:25%
attention                   8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%