🚪 FIRST DAY INSTRUCTIONS

• Arrive 15 minutes early to check in at the front desk on the main floor.
   

• Bring your ID — it's required to receive your market badge.
   

• You’ll need to wear this badge daily. If you're working with more than one designer, one badge typically covers all access.
   

• If another designer requires a different badge, return downstairs, give your name and designer, and request the second one.
   

• If there are any problems, call Management immediately for assistance.
   

 
⏰ DAILY CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT

• Upon arrival, clock in and check in with either Management or your team leader.
   

• At the end of your shift, you must clock out with the same.
   

🚫 If you leave without checking out, you will not be paid for that day.
 
👗 DRESS CODE BY DESIGNER
Nikki B (Steamers):

• Casual but neat clothing.
   

• ❌ No hats, scarves, bonnets, ripped items, crop tops, short shorts, or inappropriate graphics.
   

Clarissa Designs (Steamers & Dressers):

• Black shirt + black slacks or dress pants
   

• Comfortable shoes
   

• ✅ Avoid neon/bright colors
   

ALL STAFF:

• Hygiene matters — arrive clean, well-groomed, and fresh.
   

• Hair must be styled neatly.
   

• Simple glam makeup is okay (no bold looks).
   

• Nails must be clean. If using long or fake nails, you must be able to work effectively with them.
   

• ❗ No alcohol on the clock.
   

 
🥪 BREAKS & LUNCH
Nikki B:

• 30-minute lunch
   

Clarissa Designs:

• 30-minute lunch
   

• 15-minute break
   

⏱️ Your team leader or Management will let you know when it’s time for your break.
 
👥 YOUR ROLE: WHAT YOU DO
👗 DRESSERS

• Assist models getting into and out of dresses (zippers, corsets, buttons).
   

• Keep the dressing room clean and organized.
   

• Garments not in use must immediately be returned to the showroom floor.
   

• Never leave dresses on the floor.
   

• ❌ Do not play, socialize, or fraternize with models.
   

• ✅ You may sit only when everything is in order.
   

 
💨 STEAMERS

• Set up, organize, and steam garments upon arrival.
   

• Fill steamers with water as needed.
   

• Be gentle with fabrics — if unsure, ask a team lead or Management.
   

• Once steamed, hang garments in the correct section of the showroom.
   

• Setup guidance comes from the client or lead.
   

🎥 Training Playlist:
Click here to watch steaming demos
 
🔧 SETUP TEAM

• Prepare and clean showrooms before they open.
   

• Sweep, mop, and sanitize floors.
   

• Move furniture and set up stages, racks, platforms, and displays.
   

• Receive shipments and packages.
   

• Hang lights, signage, and equipment.
   

• Report issues to your lead or Management.
   

👕 Dress Code:

• Comfortable, clean clothes suitable for manual work.
   

• Closed-toe shoes are required.
   

 
✅ GENERAL DO’s & DON’Ts
🚫 DON’Ts

• Excessive phone use
   

• Long conversations or goofing off with models
   

• Eating or drinking near garments
   

• Standing around — “If you can lean, you can clean”
   

• Taking photos in the dressing room
   

• Smoking or vaping in or near the showroom
   

• Leaving the floor without permission
   

• Using inappropriate language or discussing mature topics around minors
   

 
✅ DO’s

• Take and share photos of fully dressed models in the showroom (please ask)
   

  • Tag your designer and @ptswaggcustoms
     

• Keep a positive attitude and work ethic
   

• Help teammates when needed — “Teamwork makes the dream work!”
   

• Report any issues directly to Management
   

• Stay on time for shifts and breaks
   

• Bring your own snacks and water
   

  • (Some clients may provide snacks, but not always what you like)
     

 
💰 PAYMENT INFO

• Rate: $17/hour
   

• Payment comes after Market ends (within two-three weeks)
   

• You’ll be paid either directly by the client (via check) or by direct deposit with PT Swagg Custom Couture
   

• Management will send out an update when checks are released.
   

🚫 DO NOT CONTACT THE CLIENT ABOUT PAY
All pay issues must go through PT Swagg Custom Couture Management.
Violating this will result in removal from future events.
 
🤒 IF YOU’RE SICK OR RUNNING LATE
You must CALL MANAGEMENT DIRECTLY — no texts or emails.

• You must speak to Management in person over the phone
   

• If you feel sick or test positive for COVID, notify us immediately so proper precautions can be taken.
   

 
📌 FINAL REMINDERS

• Save this handbook somewhere accessible during your shifts.
   

• All questions and concerns should be addressed during the mandatory training.
   

 
☎️ POINT OF CONTACT
PT Swagg Custom Couture Management
📞 Office Number: (773) 717-2212
📧 Email: Staff@positivetakeover.com


 
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