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FashionCareer Facts
Kayla Graves
Required Education and Training
High School Diploma2-4 years Degree in a Related Field (optional)InternshipsWorking as an Assistant
Skills and Aptitudes Required
Artistic AbilityCommunication SkillsComputer SkillsCreativityDecision-Making SkillsDetailed Oriented
Starting Salary and Future Earnings
Starting- very lowFuture- $64,530 a year
Work EnvironmentManufacturing EstablishmentsApparel CompaniesRetailersTheater or Dance CompaniesDesign Firms
Duties/ResponsibilitiesStudy fashion trends and anticipate designs that will
appeal to consumersDecide on a theme for a collectionSketch designs of clothing, footwear, and accessoriesUse computer-aided design programs (CAD) to create
designsVisit manufacturers or trade shows to get fabric
samples
Duties/Responsibilities (cont.)
Select fabrics, embellishments, colors, or style for each garment or accessory
Work with other designers or team members to create a prototype design
Present design ideas to the creative director or showcase them in fashion or trade shows
Market designs to clothing retailers or directly to consumers
Oversee the final production of their designs
Helpful Personality TraitsCreativeIndependentInspiredResourcefulSelf-motivated
Employment OutlookThe career area has experienced little to no change.