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Fashion Designer: Job roles and responsibilities: Tasks depend on the market the designer is working for, but core responsibilities include: •Creating or visualising an idea and producing a design by hand or using computer-aided design (CAD) •Keeping up to date with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, colours and shapes •Planning and developing ranges •Working with others in the design team, such as buyers and forecasters, to develop products to meet a brief •Liaising closely with sales, buying and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure the item suits the customer, market and price points •Understanding design from a technical perspective, i.e. producing patterns and technical specifications for designs •Sourcing, selecting and buying fabrics, trims, fastenings and embellishments •Adapting existing designs for mass production •Developing a pattern that is cut and sewn into sample garments and supervising the creation of these, including fitting, detailing and adaptations •Overseeing production •Negotiating with customers and suppliers •Managing marketing, finances and other business activities, if working on a self-employed basis. Salary: •Starting salaries in the fashion industry are often low. Design assistants may start at around £16,000 to £17,000 •A junior designer can expect to earn approximately £25,000 a year •Typical salaries at senior designer and creative director level range from £42,000 to £85,000+. Personal and professional characteristics: You will need to show: •Creativity, innovation and flair •An eye for colour and a feel for fabrics and materials •The ability to generate ideas and concepts •Design and visualisation skills, either by hand or through computer-aided design (CAD) •Technical skills, including pattern cutting •Garment technology skills and knowledge •A proactive approach •Commercial awareness and business orientation •Self-promotion and confidence •Interpersonal, communication and networking skills •The ability to negotiate and to influence others •Team working skills •Good organisation and time management. Entry requirements: Although this area of work is open to all graduates, a degree in the following subjects will increase your chances: •Art and design •Clothing technology •Fashion •Fashion marketing and buying •Graphic design •Knitwear •Textiles. Foundation degree graduates face increased competition from BA graduates. Entry without a degree is sometimes possible but is becoming increasingly unlikely and you would need to be able to prove that you have already gained expertise and experience in the industry.
Garment Technologist: Job roles and responsibilities: As a garment technologist you could be employed by a large high-street retailer, or garment manufacturer. Garment technologists support buying and design teams through all stages of product development, from design to manufacture. You will carry out a range of technical, investigative and quality control work to ensure the end product performs to specification. The job involves working in an office, but you must be willing to travel to meet supplier, customers and manufacturers. You will work closely with designers, graders, buyers and pattern cutters. The hours are usually around 38 hours a week, but over time may be needed to ensure collections are produced on time. Salary: •Starting salary: £16,000 •Experienced salary: £25,000 •Highly Experienced salary: £30,000 or more. Personal and professional characteristics: •Have an understanding of manufacturing, textiles and garment construction •Have the ability to work alone as well as in a team •Be able to work under tight deadlines and cope with pressure •Have a keen interest in fashion and textiles •Demonstrate an understanding of pattern cutting, construction and manufacturing techniques •Technical knowledge gained preferably within fast paced commercial or supplier environment •Flexible approach to be able to adjust to the constantly changing needs of the business. •Ability to convey technical information clearly in layman’s terms •Exceptional eye for technical detail to consistently ensure the correct documentation is used and followed •Applied technical knowledge of fabrics and threads •Highly organised with good prioritisation skills •Confident and clear communication skills; both verbal and written to work productively alongside other Product teams and external suppliers Entry requirements: There are no set requirements, but you’ll usually need an HND or degree in a relevant subject. Some courses combine garment and clothing technology with fashion design. •Paid or unpaid work experience could help you get a job •You could get into this job through an apprenticeship •Creative Skillset has more details about this career.
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