I combine active product use, experience, market knowledge and input from other Design Team members to create original and innovative designs. I manage and assist with the designs of other team members. I also attend conferences and tradeshows to conduct product testing and maintain consistency in outdoor industry trends, design changes and innovations.
CAREER
Fashion Designers
Overview
Salary Median (2023)
$79,290
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033)
+2.5% (slower than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Fashion Designers Do
Design clothing and accessories. Create original designs or adapt fashion trends.
Other Job Titles Fashion Designers May Have
Apparel and Accessories Designer, Apparel Designer, Costume Designer, Designer, Fashion Design Contractor, Fashion Designer, Fashion Graphic Designer, Fashion Stylist, Handbag Designer, Product Developer
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
I'm immersed in the cutting-edge world of 3D garment prototyping, combining computer-aided design with advanced manufacturing techniques. I navigate a landscape of specialized equipment, transforming ideas into tangible apparel prototypes while refining my skills in vector art, fabric properties, and pattern making. Each project is a puzzle, blending creativity and technical precision, driving innovation in fashion sustainability and personalized design.
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.
- Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.
- Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.
- Select materials and production techniques to be used for products.
- Provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives, and arrange for showings of sample garments at sales meetings or fashion shows.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Fashion Designers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Bachelor's degree (51%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Majors Related to Career
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
I'm a firm believer in pacing. Find something you love and figure out how to dig into that for the long haul. But, it's not a race. You need to make time to get out and take advantage of that day both personally and professionally.
Authenticity and consistent hard work were the keys to my success.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
To be creative and self-guided. Have a passion for thinking outside of the box.
Really follow what is going on in the industry and possibly seek retail work or internships.
College Students
Everyone
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