Clone of Haute Couture Visionaries & Professional Sewists Job Application Form

Dayton Garment & Textile District Application

Welcome to the revolution in fashion and textiles! The Dayton Garment & Textile District is more than just a space—it’s a movement. We’re building an innovative, inclusive, and defiant community for fashion creatives, makers, and disruptors. Whether you’re a textile artisan, a pattern maker, a sewing instructor, or a micro-manufacturer, there’s a place for you in the District.

Take the first step toward becoming part of this game-changing initiative by completing the application below.
Contact Info
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email Address*
Have you previously/currently been contracted with (DE-FI) Global INC?*

YesNo
Tell Us About Yourself
What is your current role or expertise in fashion, textiles, or design? (Check all that apply)*

SewistTextile Maker (e.g., weaving, knitting, printing, dyeing, fabric innovation)Pattern Maker (traditional or digital)Garment DesignerFiber ArtistMicro-ManufacturerFashion Technology Expert (e.g., CLO, Gerber, or other design software)Instructor (sewing, textiles, design software)Other
Briefly describe your experience in your selected areas.*
Your Area of Interest
Which of the following services or roles are you interested in? (Select all that apply)*

Teaching sewing or textile-related classesHaute couture garment creationAlterations and repairsTextile production (e.g., fabric design, weaving, dyeing)Pattern making (traditional or digital)Supporting boutiques with garment fixes (e.g., buttons, zippers)Micro-manufacturing (e.g., small-batch production, sample making)Fashion technology and design software (e.g., CLO, Gerber, Optitex)Participating in garment production teamsOther
What motivates you to join the Dayton Garment & Textile District?*
Show Us Your Craft
Upload three samples that represent your expertise:
- Before and after images of garment repairs
- Completed garments from patterns
- Textile work (e.g., woven or printed fabric, dyed pieces)
- Digital design files (e.g., CLO or CAD samples, patterns you’ve created)
- Haute couture pieces
- Images from classes you’ve taught
- Other relevant examples of your work
Portfolio Sample 1*

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Portfolio Sample 2*

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Portfolio Sample 3*

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Skills & Tools
Do you have experience with any of the following tools or techniques? (Select all that apply)*

Textile production methods (e.g., weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing)Pattern drafting (manual or software-based)Sewing techniques (e.g., couture, alterations, garment construction)Fashion technology (e.g., CLO, Gerber, Optitex, Adobe Illustrator)Micro-manufacturing or small-batch productionOther
Availability & Work Preferences
Do you prefer to work as a:*

Contractor (set your own rates and hours)Collaborator on specific projectsInstructor for scheduled classes
What types of sewing do you enjoy most?*

HemmingGarment RepairsCouture-Level DesignsAlterationsTeaching
What is your current availability?*

WeekdaysWeekendsEveningsAfternoonMorningsFlexible
Online portfolio link
Other Links
How did you hear about this job?
Additional Comments or Questions
Terms & Submission

By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you are applying as an independent contractor and not as an employee of (DE-FI) Global INC or its subsidiaries. You are responsible for setting your rates, managing your hours, and delivering professional-quality work.

For further information or questions please contact:

info@defiglobalinc.com
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