Contract Pattern Maker Start: Monday, 27th October Finish: Friday, 19th December 2025 (initial 1-month, with a strong chance to extend through to the end of December) Client: Global performance apparel brand Location: Herzogenaurach, Germany - ideally Munich or Berlin-based for ease of travel Work set-up: Flexible hybrid model - (hybrid: 50% on-site atelier / 50% remote) Compliance : You must be legally registered as self-employed in Germany, as a Freiberufler Days: Full-time, 5 days per week Day rate: €60 per hour Role Brief Support the development of innovative performance apparel sportswear patterns from concept to production standard, combining both manual and digital techniques. Key responsibilities include: Draping on standard mannequins to establish design lines Converting draped pieces into accurate flat patterns Editing and developing block patterns Digitising physical patterns for production and reference (DXF, PDF, Gerber, Illustrator) Maintaining measurement accuracy in line with technical packs Documenting processes and ensuring compliance with atelier safety protocols Acting as a consultant to prototype engineers, product developers, and design partners About the Role We're partnering with a global sportswear leader in performance apparel to deliver cutting-edge, production-ready patterns for an upcoming innovation programme. As a Contract Pattern Maker, you'll: Develop patterns at both physical and digital levels Collaborate closely with engineers and design teams across Herzogenaurach and beyond Use your atelier and industrial-scale production experience to ensure accuracy and scalability Guide and advise internal and external partners on workmanship, processing variations, and pattern creation best practices Communicate clearly with a multi-national team - English is essential, German is a strong plus This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role for an experienced Pattern Maker who is confident working at the intersection of craftsmanship and digital tooling. Interested? Send over your CV and let's chat! *Rates depend on experience and client requirements