[Core] [60% incumbents] Compute dimensions of patterns according to sizes, considering stretching of material.
  DWAs: Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Examine sketches, sample articles, and design specifications to determine quantities, shapes, and sizes of pattern parts, and to determine the amount of material or fabric required to make a product.
  DWAs: Inspected printed materials or other images to verify quality.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Determine the best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material, and mark fabric accordingly.
  DWAs: Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Trace outlines of specified patterns onto material, and cut fabric, using scissors.
  DWAs: Cut fabrics. | Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Create a master pattern for each size within a range of garment sizes, using charts, drafting instruments, computers, or grading devices.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Input specifications into computers to assist with pattern design and pattern cutting.
  DWAs: Program equipment to perform production tasks.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Draw details on outlined parts to indicate where parts are to be joined, as well as the positions of pleats, pockets, buttonholes, and other features, using computers or drafting instruments.
  DWAs: Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Make adjustments to patterns after fittings.
  DWAs: Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Mark samples and finished patterns with information, such as garment size, section, style, identification, and sewing instructions.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Draw outlines of pattern parts by adapting or copying existing patterns, or by drafting new patterns.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns. | Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Test patterns by making and fitting sample garments.
  DWAs: Assemble garments or textile products.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Position and cut out master or sample patterns, using scissors and knives, or print out copies of patterns, using computers.
  DWAs: Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Create a paper pattern from which to mass-produce a design concept.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Create design specifications to provide instructions on garment sewing and assembly.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Trace outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns, and cut patterns into parts to make templates.
  DWAs: Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids. | Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Discuss design specifications with designers, and convert their original models of garments into patterns of separate parts that can be laid out on a length of fabric.
  DWAs: Design templates or patterns. | Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.38) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Mathematics (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Design (imp:4.20 lvl:4.39) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mathematics (imp:3.97 lvl:3.98) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.91 lvl:4.01) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Production and Processing (imp:3.86 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Education and Training (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.90 lvl:2.99) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.89 lvl:3.14) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administration and Management (imp:2.83 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mechanical (imp:2.78 lvl:2.90) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administrative (imp:2.65 lvl:2.83) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Psychology (imp:2.23 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.11 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Foreign Language (imp:2.01 lvl:1.73) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.99 lvl:1.45) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Fine Arts (imp:1.88 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Transportation (imp:1.79 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.76 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.73 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Telecommunications (imp:1.72 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.69 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Chemistry (imp:1.59 lvl:0.93) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Communications and Media (imp:1.55 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Physics (imp:1.50 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.38 lvl:0.61) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Law and Government (imp:1.37 lvl:0.78) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Biology (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Building and Construction (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Geography (imp:1.16 lvl:0.38) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i

--- ABILITIES ---
  Visualization (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Originality (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Memorization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  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 ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.42 lvl:4.05) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.19 lvl:4.28) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.16 lvl:4.53) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.01 lvl:4.41) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.92 lvl:4.42) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.85 lvl:3.86) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Processing Information (imp:3.73 lvl:3.52) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Working with Computers (imp:3.73 lvl:3.25) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.68 lvl:4.07) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.58 lvl:3.22) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.54 lvl:3.27) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.53 lvl:3.05) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.47 lvl:4.24) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.41 lvl:3.26) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.41 lvl:4.31) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.40 lvl:3.27) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.32 lvl:3.15) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.18 lvl:2.71) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.17 lvl:2.84) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.15 lvl:3.03) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.06 lvl:3.94) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.04 lvl:2.96) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.96 lvl:3.09) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.95 lvl:2.95) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.94 lvl:2.96) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.82 lvl:3.23) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.82 lvl:2.30) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.61 lvl:2.75) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.59 lvl:2.27) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.54 lvl:2.38) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.53 lvl:2.29) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.49 lvl:2.08) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.42 lvl:1.91) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.17 lvl:2.15) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.06 lvl:1.60) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.83 lvl:1.04) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.72 lvl:0.72) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.71 lvl:1.13) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.64 lvl:0.90) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.24) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.77) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.25) — 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:1.66) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Innovation (imp:1.47) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.30) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:1.18) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.94) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.87) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.80) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.69) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Integrity (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.44) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.44) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Sincerity (imp:0.06) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  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
  Optimism (imp:-0.01) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.06) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.38) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Technology Design (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Programming (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Repairing (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 2,950
  annual_median    : $62,750
  annual_pct10     : $33,790
  annual_pct25     : $42,620
  annual_pct75     : $93,930
  annual_pct90     : $123,540
  annual_mean      : $71,420
  hourly_median    : $30.17

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New York ($101,230)
  lowest_state     : Florida ($33,790)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.996x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (13 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,640  median: $  56,660
  Retail Trade                             emp:      430  median: $  33,790
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      390  median: $ 102,340
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      380  median: $  89,010
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $  56,560

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,640  median: $  56,660
  Retail Trade                             emp:      430  median: $  33,790
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      390  median: $ 102,340
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      380  median: $  89,010
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $  56,560

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Pattern (sewing) (similarity: 0.3333)
  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: Dressmaker (similarity: 0.3810)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dressmaker
  QID: Q2034021
  Extract: A dressmaker, also known as a seamstress, is a person who makes clothing for women, such as dresses, blouses, and evening gowns. Dressmakers were historically known as mantua-makers, and are also known as a modiste or fabrician.

  Title: Bobby Breslau (similarity: 0.1333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Breslau
  QID: Q124707346
  Extract: Bobby Breslau was an American designer of fashion accessories. After starting out in the garment industry alongside Stephen Burrows in the 1960s, a chance commission from fashion designer Halston redirected him toward accessories and furniture, where his unstructured leather handbags were hailed by 

  Title: Cutter (similarity: 0.2632)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cutter
  QID: Q417583
  Extract: Cutter may refer to:

  Title: Cutter (boat) (similarity: 0.2667)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cutter_(boat)
  QID: Q683363
  Extract: A cutter is any of various types of watercraft. The term can refer to the rig of a sailing vessel, to a governmental enforcement agency vessel, to a type of ship's boat which can be used under sail or oars, or, historically, to a type of fast-sailing vessel introduced in the 18th century, some of wh

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wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found; closest semantic neighbor is 'Pattern (sewing)' which describes the templates used in garment construction, providing relevant context for the pattern-making profession.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers are precision craftspeople who create master patterns and layouts for clothing and textile production. They translate design specifications into technical patterns, compute garment dimensions across size ranges, and optimize material layouts to minimize waste. These professionals combine mathematical precision with creative visualization to bridge the gap between design concepts and mass production.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves examining design sketches and specifications to determine pattern dimensions and shapes, then using drafting instruments or computer software to create master patterns. Patternmakers compute fabric dimensions accounting for material stretch, determine optimal layout arrangements to minimize waste, and mark fabrics accordingly. They trace pattern outlines onto materials and cut fabric using specialized scissors or cutting equipment. Throughout the process, they input specifications into computer-aided design systems, make pattern adjustments after fittings, and mark finished patterns with detailed information including size, style, and sewing instructions.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong visualization abilities and can mentally manipulate 3D garment shapes from 2D patterns. They demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and mathematical reasoning skills, as precision is critical for proper fit across size ranges. Successful patternmakers combine analytical thinking with creative problem-solving, adapting existing patterns or developing new ones to meet design requirements. They work methodically and cautiously, as errors in pattern creation can affect entire production runs, and they communicate effectively with designers, manufacturers, and production teams.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers enter the field with a high school diploma (40.7%) combined with specialized training in pattern making, fashion design, or textile arts. Many pursue some college coursework (18.6%) or bachelor's degrees (26.4%) in fashion design, apparel design, or related fields. Entry typically requires developing proficiency in both traditional drafting techniques and computer-aided design software like Adobe Creative Cloud and AutoCAD. Apprenticeships or entry-level positions in manufacturing or fashion houses provide hands-on experience with pattern grading and production processes.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced patternmakers often advance to senior pattern design roles, production management, or technical design positions within fashion and manufacturing companies. Some transition into fashion design, leveraging their deep understanding of garment construction and fit. Others may become pattern design specialists for specific product categories or establish independent pattern-making services for designers and small manufacturers. Advanced practitioners might move into product development, quality control management, or technical consulting roles within the broader apparel industry.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 2,950 Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers earn a median annual wage of $62,750, with the top 10% earning over $123,540. Geographic wage variation is significant, with New York offering the highest pay at $101,230 compared to Florida's $33,790, representing a 3.00x ratio difference. Employment concentrates in Manufacturing (1,640 positions), Retail Trade (430), and Management of Companies (390). The relatively small workforce size reflects the specialized nature of this role and increasing automation in pattern-making processes.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Pattern-making faces moderate automation pressure as computer-aided design systems increasingly handle routine pattern grading and layout optimization tasks. However, the creative and problem-solving aspects of adapting patterns for new designs and troubleshooting fit issues remain largely human-driven. The need for visualization abilities and creative thinking provides some protection against full automation.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Fashion Designers (27-1022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high Design knowledge (4.2+ importance) and creative visualization abilities, with patternmakers often advancing to design roles.
    data: Design knowledge overlap
    data: Visualization abilities
    data: Creative thinking work activity
  [skill_overlap] Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers (51-6052.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve fabric cutting, pattern work, and garment construction with similar mathematical and visualization requirements.
    data: Fabric cutting tasks
    data: Mathematics knowledge
    data: Near Vision abilities
  [task_similarity] Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic (51-4062.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both create precision patterns using mathematical calculations, drafting instruments, and computer-aided design systems.
    data: Pattern design tasks
    data: Mathematical reasoning
    data: CAD software usage
  [career_pathway] Sewing Machine Operators (51-6031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Production manufacturing vertical overlap and shared fabric work knowledge create natural career progression paths.
    data: Manufacturing industry employment
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
    data: Fabric manipulation skills
  [transferable_skill] Patternmakers, Wood (51-7032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar pattern creation methodology, mathematical precision, and visualization abilities transfer across materials.
    data: Mathematical Reasoning abilities
    data: Visualization skills
    data: Pattern design tasks

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['patternmaker', 'fabric pattern', 'apparel pattern', 'garment pattern', 'pattern design', 'pattern grading', 'clothing pattern', 'fashion pattern']
  exclude_keywords : ['metal pattern', 'wood pattern', 'plastic pattern', 'concrete pattern', 'foundry pattern']
  title_patterns   : ['*Patternmaker*', '*Pattern Designer*', '*Garment Pattern*', '*Apparel Pattern*', '*Clothing Pattern*']
  common_variations: ['Fabric Patternmaker', 'Apparel Patternmaker', 'Clothing Patternmaker', 'Garment Patternmaker', 'Fashion Patternmaker', 'Pattern Grader', 'Computer Patternmaker', 'Technical Patternmaker']

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TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
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others                     39  0.01423  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
patterns                   36  0.01314  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  dwas:33%  inference:19%
design                     31  0.01131  inference            inference:45%  onet_dimensions:19%  onet_tasks:16%
equipment                  28  0.01022  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:14%  inference:4%
pattern                    26  0.00949  inference            inference:54%  onet_tasks:27%  wikipedia:12%
materials                  20  0.00730  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:40%  wikipedia:5%
principles                 16  0.00584  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                 16  0.00584  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
control                    13  0.00475  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
includes                   12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00402  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
specifications             10  0.00365  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:40%  inference:30%  onet_dimensions:20%
fabric                     10  0.00365  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:40%  wikipedia:10%
garment                    10  0.00365  inference            inference:40%  onet_tasks:30%  wikipedia:20%
management                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
body                       10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
material                    9  0.00329  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  onet_dimensions:33%  inference:22%
problems                    9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00329  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
computers                   8  0.00292  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  onet_dimensions:50%
templates                   8  0.00292  dwas                 dwas:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                     8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:12%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
providing                   8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                    8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:38%
events                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%