Embroidery Digitizer & Technical Pattern Specialist (PXF/DST)
Job Description
Embroidery Digitizer & Technical Pattern Specialist (PXF/DST)
Freelance or Part-Time • Remote
We are looking for an experienced Embroidery Digitizer who can create high-quality stitch files for plush toys, apparel, and accessories. The ideal candidate is fluent in Tajima PulseDG, Wilcom, or similar platforms and can output PXF, DST, and other machine-ready formats.
This role supports our plush and toy development by turning artwork into precise stitch paths that our factories can run correctly on embroidery machines.
Responsibilities- Convert character artwork into clean stitch files (PXF, DST, EMB) ready for factory use.
- Create accurate embroidery patterns for plush toys, apparel patches, labels, and facial features.
- Map stitch sequences, densities, underlays, trims, and color paths.
- Prepare files specifically optimized for plush manufacturing (variable pile height, curves, stretch fabric).
- Collaborate with our design and factory teams to address technical adjustments.
- Ensure files are compliant with Tajima/Pulse machine standards.
- 3+ years as an embroidery digitizer.
- Proficiency with PulseDG / Wilcom / Tajima software.
- Ability to output PXF files (required).
- Strong experience digitizing artwork for plush, toys, patches, or apparel.
- Deep understanding of stitch density, pull compensation, and fabric behavior.
- Fast turnaround and strong communication skills.
- Experience working with toy factories or plush production.
- Understanding of manufacturing constraints (embroidery hoops, thread tensions, surface curvature).
- Familiarity with character-based IP.
Please include:
- Samples of digitized embroidery files (DST or PXF screenshots are fine).
- Notes on software you use.
- Typical turnaround times for small and complex files.
Search for keywords like:
- "Embroidery Digitizer Tajima"
- "PulseDG digitizer"
- "PXF digitizer"
- "Wilcom digitizer"
- "Embroidery technician plush"
- "Embroidery stitch mapping"
- "Embroidery pattern maker"
You'll usually find people from:
- Embroidery studios
- Apparel decoration companies
- Digitizing freelancers
- Factory technicians who freelance on the side
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