chenko studios

Chenko Studios — Vancouver (Gastown)

$25/hour Part Time

About chenko studios

Chenko Studios is a space to sew, build, and create—together.

We teach practical skills, support creative exploration, and build a community of creators who want to make things with their hands.

About the role  

As a Sewing Instructor, you are responsible for leading classes that are clear, engaging, and supportive. You help students build real skills while creating a positive, welcoming environment in the studio.

This role is not just about sewing—it’s about guiding people through the process of making something they’re proud of.

What You’ll Do

·       Lead group classes and workshops (beginner to intermediate)

·       Support students 1:1 during class time

·       Demonstrate techniques clearly and efficiently

·       Prepare class materials and set up machines/tools

·       Troubleshoot student projects and problem-solve on the spot

·       Keep classes on schedule and structured

·       Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace

·       Contribute ideas for new workshops or improvements

Skills & Experience

·       Strong sewing skills (garment construction required)

·       Ability to explain technical concepts simply

·       Experience teaching or mentoring (preferred but not required)

·       Comfortable working with a range of skill levels

·       Organized, reliable, and calm under pressure

·       Nice to have pattern-making or product development experience (but not required)

What Success Looks Like

·       Students leave class with completed (or well-progressed) projects

·       Students feel confident, capable, and supported

·       Classes run on time and without confusion

·       The studio stays clean, safe, and organized

·       Students want to come back

To Apply

Please email info@chenkostudios.com with your resume, photos of relevant sewing projects, A short note on why this role interests you and why you’d like to work at Chenko Studios!

Chenko Studios — Vancouver (Gastown)

$25-$35/Hour Part-Time

About chenko studios

Chenko Studios is a space to sew, build, and create—together.

We support independent designers through product development and sampling, while also building a community of creators through education.

About the role  

As a Sample Sewer, you are responsible for constructing high-quality samples that accurately reflect the intended design, fit, and construction. This is a highly collaborative role. You’ll work closely with our technical development team to problem-solve, share expertise, and help guide our clients toward the best possible product.

This role is not just about sewing—it’s about precision, problem-solving, and bringing a design to life in a way that can be replicated in production.

What You’ll Do

·       Sew prototypes, reference samples, and production samples

·       Follow patterns, tech packs, and instructions closely

·       Flag issues in construction, pattern, or sequencing

·       Collaborate with technical developers during fittings and revisions

·       Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement in construction and process

·       Maintain clean, consistent workmanship across all samples

·       Manage your time to meet deadlines and priorities

Skills & Experience

·       Strong garment construction skills (required)

·       Experience sewing a range of garment types (woven and knit)

·       Understanding of construction order and clean finishing techniques

·       Experience with industrial machines (lockstitch, serger, coverstitch)

·       Detail-oriented, reliable, and consistent

What Success Looks Like

·       Samples are clean, accurate, and aligned with the design intent

·       Minimal rework due to construction errors

·       Issues are identified early and clearly communicated

·       Strong collaboration with the team during development

·       Work is completed on time and to a high standard

·       Samples are ready for fittings and production handoff

To Apply

Please email info@chenkostudios.com with your resume, photos of relevant projects, A short note on why this role interests you and why you’d like to work at Chenko Studios!