Careers in Fashion

Careers in the Fashion Industry

Overview of the Industry

Fashion offers some of the most exciting, challenging and fascinating careers. It also demands hard work and dedication. Few positions offer a 9-5 workday.

The seasonality of the industry can result in hectic periods followed by relatively slow times.

Employees tend to change companies frequently, but this is also a way to climb the career ladder.

Career Planning

Entry Level
Management

Selecting a Career Path

Strive toward needed training

Gaining Experience

Textile and Apparel Careers

A Career in the Textile Industry

Research and Development

Textile Design

Fabric Designers

•print/repeat artist
• colorists

Grapher

Converter

Dyer

Production Manager

Textile Sales Rep

Fashion Design

Designer

Design assistant

Merchandiser

Stylist

 

Patternmakers

Pattern Graders

Markers

Spreaders

Cutters

Assorters

Sewers

Finishers

Inspectors/trimmers

Pressers

Product Managers

Quality Contril

Manufacturers Sales Rep

Retailing

General Merchandise Manager

Divisional Merchandise Manager

Buyer

Assistant Buyer

Product Developer

Store Manager

Regional Manager

Department Manager

Fashion Director

Advertising Manager

Visual Merchandiser

HOMEWORK: Bring in 4 designs, finished and in color. They do not have to be mounted on a board yet. Due Tuesday, October 29

READING: Chapter 7 - Careers in Fashion. There will be a quiz!