Embroidery & Cross-Stitch Expert Reviewer

The Good and the Beautiful is looking for someone who combines technical expertise, craftsmanship, attention to detail, and practical experience in embroidery and cross-stitch. The ideal reviewer can look at a pattern or finished project and confidently identify what works, what could be improved, and why.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with embroidery and/or cross-stitch and can evaluate projects from both a technical and craftsmanship perspective. This is a flexible, project-based opportunity for someone who enjoys helping improve the quality, usability, and accuracy of needlework products. Candidates may be asked to provide examples of their embroidery or cross-stitch work, portfolio samples, or a brief description of their relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Review embroidery and cross-stitch patterns, designs, and project instructions.
• Evaluate stitch selection, technique, construction, difficulty level, and overall feasibility.
• Identify errors, inconsistencies, unclear instructions, or potential production issues.
• Assess whether designs are practical and achievable for the intended skill level.
• Provide detailed, constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Review finished samples for craftsmanship, accuracy, consistency, and visual quality.
• Verify terminology and techniques used in embroidery and cross-stitch materials.
• Provide professional opinions on design details, materials, tools, and stitching methods.
• Complete reviews within agreed-upon project timelines.
• Communicate clearly with the design/product team regarding questions or recommended changes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated professional or advanced experience in embroidery, cross-stitch, needlework, or a closely related craft.
• Strong knowledge of common embroidery and cross-stitch techniques, stitches, materials, and terminology.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to identify technical and instructional issues that may not be obvious to a beginner.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to provide clear, actionable feedback.
• Ability to objectively evaluate designs and explain the reasoning behind recommendations.
• Reliable and able to meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience creating or selling embroidery/cross-stitch designs or patterns.
• Experience pattern testing, sample making, proofreading, or quality assurance.
• Experience reviewing craft kits, instructional materials, or digital patterns.
• Familiarity with multiple embroidery styles and techniques.
• Experience working with designers, product developers, publishers, or craft brands.

Compensation: DOE