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Tailor roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in fashion design, textile science, or a directly related field. Employers in costume production, luxury fashion, and theatrical wardrobe departments have filed LCAs for specialized sewing and garment construction roles. Use the filters to find active H-1B sponsors hiring tailors now.
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Position Summary: Tailor at Todd Snyder ensures that all aspects of alterations, tailoring and fitting is consistent with company quality standards while meeting customer expectations and needs. The Tailor enhances in-store customer experience by ensuring customer satisfaction. This role will also add value to the team by educating coworkers on tailoring best practices and guidance on alteration feasibility of some specialty products. The Tailor is able to provide specialized recommendations if required by guests in order to meet their wearability needs. The Tailor directly contributes to the success of Todd Snyder stores and profitability.
POSITION TITLE: Tailor
REPORTS TO: Store Manager
Responsibilities:
- Own results, successes and opportunities for area of business with the intention of making Todd Snyder a premier destination of Menswear
- Responsible for accurate markings on the garment to ensure garment is altered properly
- Performs alterations according to the client’s needs and following Company quality standards.
- Partners with Sales Associates in servicing clients to provide exceptional service during fittings.
- Perform special requests for customers and support with Made to Measure ordering process
- Ensure accurate recordkeeping and tracking of all goods
- Communicate turnaround timelines with customers and ensure deadlines are met
- Understand any type of alterations fitted to the customer
- Ensure markings are clear and concise for other tailors to execute (if required)
- Communicate with Operations Lead to keep supplies stocked and any special request based on complexity of project
- Communicate any service issues to Store Manager and have a solution oriented mindset around resolving issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Passion for Todd Snyder brand and interest in contributing to the future of menswear and American fashion
- Minimum 3-5 years of related alterations and specifically, ‘fitting’ experience, preferably in a high end retail environment.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced retail environment
- Must be detailed, precise and organized.
- Ability to collaborate and work within a team environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Service-oriented mindset
- Prior POS experience
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
- Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave and AEO may provide REAL rewards at its discretion.
- Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE.
Job Identification 26530
Job Category Stores
Posting Date 2026-05-14
Job Schedule Full time
LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA, United States
Todd Snyder - We're an American menswear brand based in New York City. Since launching his eponymous label in 2011, Todd Snyder has redefined how modern Americans can present themselves to the world in stylish and unexpected ways. We are a talented, passionate, creative team of people working to design and market the building blocks of a modern gentleman's wardrobe in a way that blends heritage craftsmanship with a timely aesthetic. We believe that while trends may come and go, some things - like the importance of dressing well and cultivating a unique personal style - will never go out of fashion.
Todd Snyder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. Todd Snyder prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all Todd Snyder activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. Todd Snyder also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Tailor
Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B approval for tailor roles depends on your degree aligning directly with the job duties. A fashion design or textile science degree supports sponsorship. A general arts degree likely won't without supplemental evidence of specialization.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Look up the DOL wage level for your specific tailor occupation using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing it protects you in negotiations.
Target employers with costume and theatrical departments
Film studios, opera companies, and theatrical production houses regularly sponsor tailors because their roles require documented specialty skills. These employers understand the LCA filing process and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-hire.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified H-1B sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed LCA filing history for tailor and garment construction roles. This surfaces sponsors who have already cleared DOL certification, so you're targeting companies with a real track record of H-1B filing.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, which cuts the adjudication window to 15 business days. If your employer has a production deadline or seasonal start date, ask them to elect premium processing when filing your I-129.
Document your specialized techniques in your portfolio
USCIS officers reviewing tailor petitions look for evidence the role requires theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge. A portfolio showing pattern-drafting, bespoke construction, or couture finishing techniques strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your employer's petition.
H-1B Visa Tailor: Frequently Asked Questions
Do tailor jobs actually qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Tailor roles qualify when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as fashion design, apparel production, or textile science. General sewing or alterations roles that don't require a degree typically don't meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles in couture, theatrical costume design, or technical pattern development are stronger candidates because the employer can demonstrate that a specific degree is a normal requirement for entry into that position.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for tailors?
Employers in film and television costume departments, opera and ballet companies, luxury fashion houses, and military or uniform manufacturers have the clearest history of sponsoring specialized garment roles. These industries rely on documented technical skill sets that support the specialty occupation argument. You can find employers with active H-1B filing history for tailor and garment construction roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified LCA data by occupation.
What does the employer need to file before my H-1B petition?
Your employer must first file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and receive certification before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. The LCA certifies that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your occupation and location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect similarly employed U.S. workers. The LCA must be certified before the H-1B filing window opens, so your employer should initiate this step at least a few weeks in advance.
Can I use O*NET to find the right occupation code for a tailor role?
Yes. O*NET lists tailor and dressmaker occupations with detailed task and knowledge breakdowns that map to Standard Occupational Classification codes. Your employer's attorney will use the SOC code to determine the correct wage level in the DOL's OFLC Wage Search. Reviewing O*NET yourself before your offer is finalized helps you confirm that the listed job duties align with the occupation code your employer plans to use in the LCA.
What happens to my H-1B status if the employer's production project ends early?
If your employer terminates your employment before your H-1B period ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window, and you're authorized to start work with them once USCIS receives the petition. Acting quickly matters because the 60-day window does not extend regardless of circumstances.